# International recognition of Palestinian statehood > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/international-recognition-of-palestinian-statehood > Updated: 2026-09-20T21:56:00.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2. In September 2025, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the official recognition of the State of Palestine, a decision predicated on the Palestinian Authority (PA) committing to fundamental governance reforms. While the Palestinian finance ministry reported in July 2026 that 30 of 33 promised legal and social-system reforms had been implemented, Palestinian Ambassador Feda Abdelhady noted that effectiveness is hindered by occupation and violence. By late September 2026, the movement toward recognition expanded as Great Britain, Canada, and Australia officially recognized Palestine as a state. This development marked the first time G7 nations joined the more than 150 United Nations member states that recognize Palestinian statehood. ## Claims - Great Britain, Canada, and Australia have recognized Palestine as a state. (corroborated by 12 sources) - More than 150 of the 193 United Nations member states recognize Palestine. (corroborated by 12 sources) - An explosion at a chemical plant near Toulouse, France, in 2001 resulted in 31 deaths and approximately 4,500 injuries. (corroborated by 12 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-20: Great Britain, Canada, and Australia recognize Palestine as a state Great Britain, Canada, and Australia have recognized Palestine as a state, joining over 150 UN member states and marking the first recognition by G7 nations. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/great-britain-canada-and-australia-recognize-palestine-as-a-state ### 2026-09-05: Canada's recognition of Palestine tied to Palestinian Authority reforms Canada's recognition of the State of Palestine was tied to Palestinian Authority governance reforms, which officials claim are progressing despite challenges from violence and economic constraints. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canadas-recognition-of-palestine-tied-to-palestinian-authority-reforms --- Cite as: International recognition of Palestinian statehood. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/international-recognition-of-palestinian-statehood