Burkina Faso has expressed its support for Morocco's efforts to develop the Southern Regions and its autonomy plan for Western Sahara. During a meeting of the Fourth Committee of the United Nations, Burkina Faso's representative praised Morocco's investments in infrastructure, healthcare, and education in the region. These investments aim to make the Southern Regions an economic and logistical hub for the benefit of the local population and the entire region.
Burkina Faso's representative emphasized that Morocco's achievements in the Southern Regions reflect its commitment to achieving inclusive and sustainable development. The representative also highlighted Morocco's special interest in improving living conditions for the population of Western Sahara. This support comes as the international community seeks a solution to the Western Sahara conflict.
Burkina Faso reiterated its support for the ongoing political process led by the United Nations Secretary-General to reach a negotiated and mutually-accepted political solution to the conflict. The country welcomed the appointment of Staffan de Mistura as the UN Secretary-General's Personal Envoy for Western Sahara. De Mistura is leading mediation efforts and diplomatic initiatives to resolve the conflict.
Burkina Faso also welcomed the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which encourages all parties to work towards its implementation and prioritize diplomatic efforts. The country emphasized that Morocco's autonomy plan is a foundation for a fair, lasting, and mutually-accepted solution to the conflict.
The international community recognizes the importance of resolving the Western Sahara conflict to enhance cooperation among Arab Maghreb Union member states and promote regional stability and development. Burkina Faso stressed that a solution to the conflict is crucial for improving security in the Sahel region.
Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara has been presented as a potential solution to the conflict. The plan aims to grant the region self-governance while maintaining Moroccan sovereignty. The international community has been engaged in efforts to resolve the conflict, which has been ongoing for decades.
The UN Security Council has consistently called for a negotiated solution to the Western Sahara conflict. The Council has emphasized the importance of a peaceful and lasting resolution to the conflict, which would contribute to regional stability and security. Key regional players, including Morocco and neighboring countries, are working towards a solution that would benefit all parties involved.
Key points
- Burkina Faso supports Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara as a foundation for a fair and lasting solution to the conflict.
- The international community emphasizes the importance of resolving the Western Sahara conflict to promote regional stability and development.
- Morocco's investments in the Southern Regions aim to make the area an economic and logistical hub for the benefit of the local population.
