First Minister John Swinney's Speech to SNP Annual Conference 2025
We are building a country for all of Scotland, where the sense of possibility runs deep through all our cities, towns, villages, and every community.
The brave journalists risking their lives to tell the world of the genocide in Gaza highlight the need for action. Now, we must all step up to secure the peace.
To turn hope into reality for Israel and Palestine, for the displaced, the distraught and the destitute. Every life is sacred and of equal value.
Every family, whether Palestinian or Israeli, deserves to live in peace and dignity. A two-state solution must be delivered, and peace must prevail.
International Development and Peace
Peace is a long-term project, and sometimes it requires far-sighted investment. International development is very often the first line of defence against conflict, population displacement, and humanitarian catastrophe.
However, at Westminster, Labour have slashed overseas aid, undermining efforts to achieve peace and stability.
Author's summary: Scotland's First Minister emphasizes the need for peace and international development.
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