On November 4, 2026, King Mohammed VI of Morocco presided over a working session at the Royal Palace in Rabat to discuss the next steps following the end of the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO). The meeting was attended by the Head of Government, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, and several other high-ranking officials. The session focused on the follow-up to the end of MINURSO's tasks, which concluded after the UN Security Council decided not to renew its mandate on October 30, 2026.
The meeting reflects King Mohammed VI's ongoing commitment to Morocco's territorial integrity and national sovereignty. The monarch has consistently prioritized the issue, demonstrating his wise leadership and vision for safeguarding the interests of Moroccan citizens, particularly in the southern provinces. During the meeting, the King emphasized the importance of respecting Morocco's territorial integrity, national security, and the well-being of its citizens.
King Mohammed VI gave high instructions for the strict respect of Morocco's priorities, as outlined in the Royal Cabinet's communiqué on October 30. These priorities include consolidating national consensus, ensuring the continuation of development projects in the southern provinces, and closely monitoring the situation. The King also stressed the importance of adhering to the ceasefire and Morocco's voluntary commitment to it, despite the UN mission's inability to monitor its respect.
The King also instructed the "Coordination Office with MINURSO," under the Ministry of Interior, to oversee the liquidation and withdrawal of the UN mission. This aims to facilitate a smooth and orderly process, contributing to the implementation of measures related to the mission's end. Morocco remains committed to its international engagements and diplomatic doctrine, which prioritize maintaining peace and contributing to its establishment.
The working session took place in the context of significant developments in Morocco's national cause. The Kingdom has seen an increase in international recognition of its sovereignty over the Sahara, with several friendly countries supporting the autonomy plan as the sole solution to the conflict. King Mohammed VI has consistently led efforts to promote a peaceful resolution to the issue.
Morocco's approach to the next steps following the end of MINURSO's mandate reflects its commitment to responsibility and cooperation with the United Nations. The Kingdom aims to ensure a smooth transition and maintain stability in the region. The King reaffirmed Morocco's dedication to its international commitments and its doctrine of maintaining peace and contributing to its establishment.
The meeting chaired by King Mohammed VI demonstrates Morocco's proactive approach to addressing the implications of MINURSO's end. The Kingdom is focused on consolidating national consensus, promoting development, and ensuring the well-being of its citizens. Morocco's commitment to its territorial integrity and national sovereignty remains unwavering.
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- King Mohammed VI of Morocco presided over a meeting to discuss the next steps following the end of the UN's MINURSO mission.
