France’s declaration of support for the Autonomy Initiative in the Moroccan Sahara, delivered by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, marks a significant step in resolving the regional conflict that has been going on for too long. During his speech to parliament, the Sovereign gratefully underlined France’s frank and unequivocal support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the entire territory of the Sahara, and for the Autonomy Initiative as the only way to achieve a definitive settlement.
France’s position, as a permanent member of the Security Council and an influential actor on the international scene, provides essential support to Morocco in its efforts to uphold law and legitimacy. This positive dynamic reinforces the legitimacy of Morocco’s historical rights over the Sahara and supports the steps taken within the framework of the United Nations to achieve a political solution based on Moroccan sovereignty.
France’s support is part of a broader dynamic of international recognition of the Autonomy Initiative and Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara. Many countries, including the United States, Spain and brotherly Arab and African countries, are also supporting this just and legitimate cause. France, with its in-depth knowledge of the issue, plays a key role in this quest for a definitive resolution of the conflict.
Welcoming the support of France and other friendly countries, His Majesty the King stressed the importance of this international solidarity to consolidate the national unity and territorial integrity of the Kingdom. The efforts made in this direction, both diplomatically and socio-economically, are the result of a collective mobilization of Moroccans, both inside and outside the country, to defend the interests of their homeland and preserve its stability.
This declaration of support by France for the Autonomy Initiative in the Moroccan Sahara constitutes an important step towards resolving a regional conflict that has divided peoples for too long. It paves the way for a definitive settlement based on respect for international law and the legitimate aspirations of the Moroccan people, within the framework of the sovereignty of the Kingdom.