In a significant diplomatic development, Ghana has reiterated its unwavering support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan, which it considers the most viable solution to the ongoing dispute over Western Sahara. This reaffirmation was made by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, during a joint statement issued after his discussions with Nasser Bourita, Morocco's Foreign Minister, in Accra on Tuesday. The two officials addressed the importance of this plan in promoting peace and stability in the region.
Ghana's endorsement coincides with the United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797, which characterizes the Moroccan autonomy initiative as a legitimate political framework aimed at resolving the Western Sahara conflict. Adopted in October of the previous year, this resolution marks a pivotal moment, reflecting an increasing global consensus around Morocco's stance on this contentious issue.
During the talks, Ghana expressed its support for the ongoing diplomatic efforts led by the UN Secretary-General and his special envoy, emphasizing the need for negotiations anchored in Morocco’s autonomy proposal. This aligns with Ghana's broader commitment to fostering international dialogue and cooperation.
Minister Bourita's visit to Ghana was part of a larger agenda to co-chair the second session of the Morocco-Ghana cooperation commission, a platform designed to strengthen bilateral relations. On the sidelines of this commission meeting, Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama welcomed Bourita, extending his warm greetings to King Mohammed VI of Morocco and expressing satisfaction with the advancements made in bilateral relations since the King’s visit to Ghana in February 2017.
Moreover, Morocco's ambassador to the UN, Omar Hilale, recently highlighted that approximately 130 countries have shown their support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan. This backing extends beyond the African continent, with around 30 European nations and a significant majority of UN member states across various regions also endorsing Morocco's position. This growing international support underscores the plan's potential as a cornerstone for peace in Western Sahara and the surrounding areas.
As reported by moroccoworldnews.com.
