Kenya's Diplomatic Shift on the Western Sahara Issue
In a significant diplomatic development regarding the Western Sahara situation, Kenya has officially expressed its support for Morocco's autonomy proposal during the first session of the Morocco-Kenya Joint Commission held in Nairobi. This meeting, co-chaired by Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Kenyan Foreign Affairs Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, underscored a growing alignment between the two nations on this contentious issue. The Kenyan government has characterized Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible solution to this regional dispute.
During the discussions, both parties recognized the importance of fostering a stable political resolution. Kenya praised the international momentum initiated by King Mohammed VI, viewing the autonomy plan as a sustainable approach that could lead to an agreeable outcome for all stakeholders involved. This newfound collaboration highlights Kenya’s intention to work with other nations that share similar views to expedite the realization of this initiative, amidst increasing global support for Morocco's proposal.
International Support for Morocco's Proposal
Furthermore, Kenya has welcomed the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which endorses Morocco's autonomy plan as a serious foundation for achieving a durable and mutually acceptable political settlement. Nairobi reiterated its commitment to supporting the United Nations' efforts, particularly those of the UN Secretary-General and his personal envoy, to renew negotiations based on this framework.
Morocco has acknowledged Kenya's supportive stance, viewing it as a crucial endorsement of the UN framework as the sole mechanism for resolving the dispute. The recognition from Kenya of Morocco's ongoing collaboration with the UN in seeking a political solution represents a significant endorsement of Rabat’s approach. This diplomatic rapprochement between Nairobi and Rabat illustrates a notable shift in the diplomatic balance surrounding the Western Sahara issue, indicating that Morocco's strategy is gaining traction on the international stage.
As reported by journaldesnations.net.
