Macron to Moroccan Parliament: Western Sahara’s Future Lies Under Moroccan Sovereignty
France Affirms Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara in Historic Address
In a landmark speech delivered to the Moroccan Parliament, French President Emmanuel Macron declared France’s unwavering recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. This declaration, made on Tuesday, marks a significant development in the long-standing dispute over the territory.
Macron’s address, delivered to both houses of the Moroccan Parliament, emphasized that France sees the ”present and future of the Sahara” as intrinsically linked to Moroccan sovereignty. This statement goes beyond previous French positions, which often advocated for a negotiated solution through the United Nations.
The Western Sahara dispute has been a point of contention for decades. Morocco claims the territory as an integral part of its nation, while the Polisario Front, a Sahrawi liberation movement, seeks independence. The sahara-conflict/” title=”Morocco Edges Closer to Final Resolution in Western Sahara Conflict”>international community remains divided, with some countries recognizing Morocco’s claim while others support the Polisario Front’s right to self-determination.
Macron’s statement signals a potential shift in the international landscape regarding the Western Sahara issue. France, as a permanent member