UN: Nearly 40 Nations Reaffirm Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
International Support Grows for Morocco’s Sovereignty over Western Sahara
The international community continues to rally behind Morocco’s claim over Western Sahara, with nearly 40 countries voicing their support at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). This reaffirmation of Morocco’s territorial integrity took center stage during the 57th session of the UNHRC held in Geneva.
Speaking on behalf of the group, the Permanent Representative of the Dominican Republic, Ambassador Hector Virgilio Alcántara, delivered a powerful statement during the general debate on the report of the High Commissioner for Human Rights. The statement emphasized the importance of Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara, recognizing it as a credible and realistic solution to the long-standing dispute.
This wave of sovereignty/” title=”Western Sahara Conflict Nears Resolution as International Recognition of Moroccan Sovereignty Grows”>support underscores a growing global consensus on the issue. Many countries view Morocco’s autonomy proposal, which would grant Western Sahara self-governance under Moroccan sovereignty, as the most viable path towards a lasting and peaceful resolution. This perspective has been further bolstered by Morocco’s significant economic and social development efforts in the region.
The recent pronouncements at the UNHRC follow a series of similar endorsements from countries across the globe. This growing international support for Morocco’s position reflects a shared belief in the importance of regional stability, economic development, and a peaceful resolution to the Western Sahara issue.
