The Republic of Equator has expressed its support for Morocco's sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region. This stance was announced in a joint communiqué issued after a meeting between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Equator's Foreign Minister Roberto Carlos Kury Pesantes in Rabat. The communiqué stated that Equator considers the 2007 autonomy initiative presented by Morocco as a serious, credible, and realistic solution to achieve a just, durable, and mutually acceptable political settlement.
According to the communiqué, Equator believes that a genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the most feasible solution to resolve the dispute. This position aligns with Morocco's efforts to find a peaceful and sustainable resolution to the issue. The joint statement also mentioned that Equator will concretize its support on a bilateral level, particularly through a visit by its ambassador to Morocco in the Sahara region.
The ambassador's visit aims to demonstrate Equator's commitment to its position on the diplomatic, economic, and consular levels. Equator maintains its consular coverage nationwide and will continue to support Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara region. Morocco welcomes this stance, which reflects a strong bilateral relationship between the two countries.
The joint communiqué also highlighted Equator's intention to promote economic and commercial cooperation opportunities in the Moroccan Sahara region. This development is expected to open up promising prospects for the African continent, benefiting economic sectors and strengthening investment, trade, and productive development ties.
By supporting Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara region, Equator joins a growing list of countries that have taken a similar stance. This move is seen as a significant development in the region, with potential implications for future diplomatic and economic relations between Morocco and its international partners.
The Moroccan government's efforts to assert its sovereignty over the Sahara region have been ongoing for several years. The 2007 autonomy initiative remains a cornerstone of Morocco's strategy to address the issue. With Equator's support, Morocco is likely to continue its diplomatic efforts to gain recognition for its sovereignty over the region.
The visit by Equator's ambassador to the Southern Provinces of Morocco is expected to further solidify the bilateral relationship between the two countries. This move demonstrates Equator's commitment to its position and its willingness to engage with Morocco on a diplomatic and economic level. The outcome of this visit is likely to have a positive impact on the region, promoting stability and cooperation.
Key points
- Equator supports Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara region, considering the 2007 autonomy initiative as a credible solution.
