First Minister John Swinney’s speech to SNP Annual Conference 2025 — Scottish National Party

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 First Minister also addressed the ongoing conflict in Gaza, stating that brave journalists are risking their lives to tell the world of the genocide.

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.

He emphasized that every life is sacred and of equal value, and every family, whether Palestinian or Israeli, deserves to live in peace and dignity. A two-state solution must be delivered, and peace must prevail.

First Minister John Swinney noted that peace is a long-term project, requiring far-sighted investment, and international development is often the first line of defence against conflict and humanitarian catastrophe.

However, he criticized Labour for slashing overseas aid at Westminster.

Author's summary: Scotland's First Minister emphasizes peace and dignity for all.

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