Claims circulating on social media suggesting that North Korea has only recently recognized the State of Palestine are misleading. In reality, North Korea officially recognized the State of Palestine in 1988, shortly after the Palestinian declaration of independence.
Since then, Pyongyang has maintained diplomatic recognition of Palestine and has consistently supported the establishment of an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital. This position has remained unchanged for decades and is part of North Korea’s longstanding foreign policy.
The recent online posts appear to present an old policy as if it were a new diplomatic development, leading to confusion among social media users. However, there has been no recent announcement or policy shift by North Korea regarding its recognition of Palestine.
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North Korea has historically expressed support for the Palestinian cause in international forums and has maintained diplomatic relations with Palestinian authorities for many years.
The viral claims serve as a reminder of the importance of verifying information before sharing it online, particularly when it concerns international diplomacy or geopolitical issues. Old developments are often recirculated on social media without context, creating the false impression that they are new events.
As of today, North Korea’s recognition of the State of Palestine is not a new decision, but a diplomatic position that has been in place since 1988.
