Chile has expressed its support for Morocco's sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region. This stance was revealed in a joint communiqué signed in New York on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly. The document was the result of a meeting between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Chilean counterpart, Francisco Pérez Mackenna.
The joint communiqué states that Chile supports Morocco's sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region. Chile considers the autonomy proposal presented by Morocco in 2007 as a "just, durable, and mutually acceptable" political solution. This position is in line with the efforts to find a lasting solution to the Sahara issue.
The meeting between the two foreign ministers was attended by Chilean President José Antonio Kast. The discussions aimed to strengthen bilateral relations and promote cooperation between Morocco and Chile. The communiqué also highlighted Chile's intention to give a bilateral dimension to its position on the Sahara issue.
Chile plans to promote economic and commercial cooperation opportunities in the Moroccan Sahara region to strengthen investment, trade, and productive development ties. This move is expected to boost economic relations between Morocco and Chile. The two countries have also agreed to start negotiations for a free trade agreement.
The joint communiqué also mentions Chile's adherence to UN Security Council Resolution 2797/2025. This resolution calls for parties to engage in unconditional talks based on Morocco's autonomy proposal to reach a definitive and acceptable solution for all parties. Chile's stance aligns with international efforts to resolve the Sahara issue.
The Moroccan and Chilean foreign ministers signed the Terms of Reference, which will enable the start of negotiations for a free trade agreement between the two countries. This agreement is expected to enhance economic cooperation and trade between Morocco and Chile. The two countries are committed to strengthening their bilateral relations.
The recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara by Chile is a significant development in international relations. This stance is expected to have implications for the Sahara issue and Morocco's relations with other countries. The two countries will continue to work together to promote cooperation and strengthen their bilateral ties.
Key points
- Chile supports Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara and considers autonomy proposal as a just solution.
- Chile plans to promote economic and commercial cooperation opportunities in the Moroccan Sahara region.
- Morocco and Chile have agreed to start negotiations for a free trade agreement.
