Maritime Union Backs Global Sumud Flotilla And Recognition Of PalestineMaritime Union of New Zealand National Secretary Carl Findlay says the New Zealand Government’s failure to formally recognise the State of Palestine is a bad mistake. Mr Findlay says New Zealand is not even doing the bare minimum for justice and peace. MUNZ backs the policy of the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), which supports the formal recognition of the State of Palestine as a crucial step towards a just solution. In New Zealand, MUNZ supports the position of the New Zealand Council of Trade Unions (NZCTU), which demands a solution that recognises the Palestinian people’s inalienable rights to self-determination and sovereignty. MUNZ demands the New Zealand Government formally recognises the State of Palestine and uses its voice to prevent further bloodshed and oppression.