Bolivia's Diplomatic Move in Morocco
In a significant shift in diplomatic relations, Bolivia has announced its intention to establish an embassy in Rabat, Morocco's capital, along with a commercial office in Dakhla. This decision was articulated during a joint statement made by Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Bolivian counterpart, Héctor Francisco Huanca Gutiérrez, following talks at the United Nations headquarters in New York, coinciding with the 81st session of the UN General Assembly. This initiative illustrates Morocco's ongoing efforts to fortify its position regarding the Sahara issue in South America.
Context and Implications of the Announcement
Bolivia's decision to enhance its diplomatic presence in Morocco comes in the wake of its previous suspension of recognition of the "Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic" (SADR) on February 23, 2026. The joint communiqué issued by both nations recognized Morocco's autonomy proposal from 2007 as a potential pathway to advance negotiations towards a fair, sustainable, and mutually acceptable political solution to the regional dispute. Furthermore, Bolivia and Morocco reaffirmed their commitment to fundamental international law principles, emphasizing respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and non-interference in domestic affairs.
The two countries have also expressed a desire to further strengthen their bilateral relations on both political and economic fronts. This includes the organization of the inaugural session of the bilateral political consultation mechanism, established in 1999, aimed at ensuring a structured and enduring political dialogue between them.
As reported by yabiladi.com.
