US Reaffirms Support for Moroccan Autonomy Plan in Western Sahara
The United States has reiterated its strong support for Morocco’s conflict/” title=”Morocco Edges Closer to Final Resolution in Western Sahara Conflict”>autonomy plan as the most serious, credible, and realistic basis for resolving the long-standing Western Sahara dispute. This reaffirmation came during a recent United Nations Security Council session on the renewal of the mandate of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO). The US endorsement underscores the growing international momentum behind the Moroccan initiative as a pragmatic and sustainable solution.
The Western Sahara conflict, a territorial dispute over the former Spanish colony, has persisted for decades, impacting regional stability and hindering development. Morocco’s autonomy proposal, presented in 2007, envisions self-governance for the region under Moroccan sovereignty, offering a framework for managing local affairs while preserving the kingdom’s territorial integrity.
This renewed US backing comes as international support for the Moroccan plan continues to solidify. Several countries, including Germany, Spain, and the United Arab Emirates, have recognized the autonomy initiative as a constructive pathway towards a resolution. This shift in the international landscape reflects a growing understanding of the complexities of the conflict and the need for a realistic and mutually acceptable solution. For example, in 2020, Germany described
