Support for Morocco's Autonomy Proposal
In a significant development regarding the long-standing Sahara dispute, Greece has publicly reaffirmed its support for Morocco's autonomy proposal. This endorsement comes from Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis during a meeting with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, in Athens. Gerapetritis emphasized that Morocco’s proposal represents a serious and credible contribution to the ongoing United Nations (UN) negotiation processes aimed at resolving the regional conflict. He indicated that this proposal could indeed be viewed as the most feasible solution for achieving a lasting resolution to the dispute.
Alignment with European Union's Stance
Echoing the European Union's collective position, Greece's foreign minister articulated full support for the initiatives led by the UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy. These efforts focus on negotiating based on the Moroccan autonomy plan to arrive at a just, enduring, and mutually acceptable solution. Moreover, Gerapetritis highlighted Greece's status as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2025-2026, which enhances its influence in these discussions. He welcomed the recent adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797, reinforcing the backing of EU member states for a resolution based on the autonomy framework under Moroccan sovereignty. This strong support from Greece illustrates a growing consensus among European nations regarding the potential of Morocco’s proposal to provide a durable solution to the Sahara dispute.
As reported by en.yabiladi.com.
