International Support for Moroccan Sovereignty in Western Sahara
In a significant diplomatic statement made during the ongoing 63rd session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, a coalition of 40 countries has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco's claim to sovereignty over its southern territories, including Western Sahara. The countries collectively urged that the resolution of the Sahara issue should remain within the political framework established by the United Nations, explicitly advocating against any exploitation of human rights mechanisms for political ends. This strong statement was delivered by Omar Zneiber, Morocco's ambassador and permanent representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva, who articulated the alliance's position on behalf of these nations.
Ambassador Zneiber emphasized that the situation in Western Sahara is fundamentally a political conflict that should be addressed by the UN Security Council. He highlighted that the autonomy proposal under the framework of Moroccan sovereignty represents a realistic and viable solution to this prolonged dispute. The Moroccan diplomat's comments are aligned with the recent Security Council Resolution No. 2797, adopted on October 31, 2025, which rejuvenated the political process and called for negotiations involving all relevant parties based on Morocco's autonomy initiative. This resolution aims to facilitate a final and acceptable political resolution to the conflict.
Potential for Progress and Development
The collective endorsement from these nations also recognized Morocco's commitment to updating and refining the details of its autonomy initiative. Furthermore, Zneiber assured that Morocco is dedicated to integrating the residents of the Tindouf camps as equal citizens within the Moroccan framework, adhering to established international guarantees and practices. This initiative is particularly timely, given the increasing international focus on transitioning from mere conflict management to pursuing a sustainable political resolution as the UN meetings scheduled for October approach.
Morocco believes that resolving the conflict is not solely tied to political agreements but is also essential for fostering greater development and stability in the region, reflecting the aspirations of its people. This renewed support from 40 countries comes at a critical juncture, ahead of the October discussions on the Sahara, emphasizing the importance of established international positions amid evolving circumstances in the conflict resolution process since the adoption of Security Council Resolution 2797.
As reported by atalayar.com.
