On November 4, 2026, King Mohammed VI of Morocco presided over a working session at the Royal Palace in Rabat to discuss the post-MINURSO era. This meeting follows the United Nations Security Council's decision on October 30, 2026, not to renew the mandate of the MINURSO mission. The session focused on the priorities outlined in a royal statement, including respect for Morocco's territorial integrity, national security, and the well-being of its citizens, particularly in the southern regions.
The working session was attended by Prime Minister Fatima Zahra Mansouri, Royal Advisor Fouad Ali Himma, Interior Minister Abdelouafi Laftit, and Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces and Commander of the Southern Zone, General Mohammed Berrid. During the session, the King emphasized the importance of implementing the priorities outlined in the royal statement. These priorities aim to ensure the continuation of the development project in the southern regions and the implementation of structuring projects.
The King instructed the relevant authorities to ensure a smooth transition and to continue monitoring the developments related to the national issue. Morocco reaffirmed its commitment to the ceasefire and its willingness to cooperate with the United Nations. The King also instructed the "Coordination Office with MINURSO," under the Interior Ministry, to coordinate and monitor the withdrawal process of the UN mission.
The session highlighted Morocco's commitment to its international obligations and its diplomatic tradition of preserving peace and contributing to its achievement while safeguarding its sovereignty. The King also emphasized the significant progress made in the national issue, including the recognition by friendly and brotherly countries of Morocco's sovereignty over its Sahara.
The working session reflects the King's ongoing commitment to the national issue and his determination to ensure a smooth transition in the post-MINURSO era. The priorities outlined in the royal statement aim to ensure the well-being and security of Moroccan citizens, particularly in the southern regions.
The King's instructions to the relevant authorities aim to ensure a coordinated and effective approach to the post-MINURSO era. The Moroccan government is committed to continuing the development project in the southern regions and implementing structuring projects.
The meeting comes as Morocco continues to strengthen its diplomatic relations with other countries, including Turkey, with King Mohammed VI recently sending a congratulatory message to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on the occasion of Turkey's national day.
Key points
- The King emphasized the importance of respecting Morocco's territorial integrity and national security in the post-MINURSO era.
- Morocco reaffirmed its commitment to the ceasefire and its willingness to cooperate with the United Nations.
- The King instructed the relevant authorities to ensure a smooth transition and to continue monitoring the developments related to the national issue.
