France Officially Recognizes Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
In a france-olympics-bronze-morocco-video/” title=”Egypt Falls to France, Will Battle Morocco for Olympic Bronze (VIDEO)”>morocco-france-western-sahara-support-royal-message/” title=”King of Morocco Welcomes France's Official Support for Moroccan Sahara”>landmark decision, France has formally recognized Morocco’s claim over Western Sahara, solidifying a growing international trend. The French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs published the official map of Morocco, inclusive of the Western Sahara region, on its website. This move signifies a significant shift in French foreign policy and carries substantial implications for the ongoing dispute over the territory.
This decision follows a letter from French President Emmanuel Macron to King Mohammed VI of Morocco, in which Macron affirmed that “the present and future of Western Sahara are part of Moroccan sovereignty.” This declaration, coupled with subsequent discussions between French and Moroccan officials, underscores France’s evolving stance on the issue. It aligns with the position of the United States, which recognized Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in 2020 under the Trump administration, a decision later upheld by the Biden administration. This growing international recognition strengthens Morocco’s position and adds complexity to the search for a
