Eight Nations Stand United in Support of Morocco's Autonomy Plan
In a significant display of international solidarity, eight countries reaffirmed their endorsement of Morocco's Autonomy Plan as a vital framework for resolving the long-standing dispute over Western Sahara. This endorsement took place during discussions at the United Nations in New York on October 12. The nations represented—Djibouti, the Dominican Republic, Benin, Togo, The Gambia, Sierra Leone, Guinea-Bissau, and Antigua and Barbuda—voiced their unwavering support before the Fourth Committee of the UN General Assembly, which focuses on decolonization and related political issues.
During these discussions, the eight nations characterized Morocco's initiative, which advocates for autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty, as a "credible, realistic, and pragmatic" approach to achieving a fair and lasting political resolution to the regional conflict. Their statements underscored the belief that this plan is the only credible and serious avenue for ending the protracted dispute, highlighting a growing consensus among the international community regarding its potential effectiveness.
Since its introduction in 2007, Morocco's autonomy proposal has garnered increasing international backing, positioning it as a cornerstone for diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the Western Sahara issue. As the Fourth Committee continues to address matters of decolonization and other significant political concerns, the dispute over Western Sahara remains a focal point on the UN agenda, with ongoing international initiatives striving to reach a peaceful resolution.
As reported by moroccoworldnews.com.
