Orange Morocco has pledged to take down a controversial billboard located on the AP-7 highway segment between Elche and Valencia, which depicted a map that erroneously included Western Sahara as an integral part of the Moroccan kingdom. According to informed sources speaking to Europa Press, the advertising display is set to be removed "in the coming days" and clarified that it is not associated with MasOrange.
This decision follows a formal complaint lodged by the representative of the Polisario Front in Spain, who reached out to the telecommunications operator regarding the installation of the billboard. The Polisario Front, an organization advocating for the self-determination of Western Sahara, has stated that it will remain vigilant to ensure the effective removal or replacement of the billboard with an alternative that does not include the contested territory. In a statement, they emphasized their commitment to taking appropriate action should the billboard not be addressed within a reasonable timeframe.
The situation reflects ongoing tensions surrounding the status of Western Sahara, a region with a complex history of territorial disputes. While the billboard's removal is a welcome step for those advocating for the rights of the Sahrawi people, it also underscores the need for continued vigilance and advocacy in the face of such geopolitical issues.
As reported by abc.es.
