The Progressive and Socialist Party (PPS) in Morocco has expressed its support for the King's stance on Western Sahara, following the recent developments in the UN Security Council. The party's political bureau stated that it is following the developments in the Western Sahara issue with great interest, particularly after the US-proposed resolution was not adopted due to Russia's veto. The PPS party noted that 11 members' support for the resolution is a clear indication of international backing for Morocco's position.
The PPS party also highlighted the significance of the King's decision to grant autonomy to Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty, which was announced on October 31, 2025. The party described this move as a historic turning point that cannot be reversed, and it has paved the way for a final solution to the conflict. The party's statement emphasized that this development has strengthened Morocco's position and has garnered widespread national and international support.
The PPS party welcomed the Royal Court's recent statement, which outlined bold and decisive measures to address the Western Sahara issue. The party fully supports these measures and considers them a significant step towards resolving the conflict. The party also noted that the non-renewal of the MINURSO mission's mandate means the end of its presence in Western Sahara, which is a major step towards closing the file on Western Sahara within the UN.
The PPS party called for the Western Sahara issue to be removed from the UN Security Council's agenda once and for all. The party argued that the new developments mean that the UN's political process, which had been stalled due to opposition from countries hostile to Morocco's territorial integrity, is now obsolete. The party's statement emphasized that this change in circumstances requires the parties opposed to Morocco's national cause to reassess their position.
The PPS party's statement also highlighted the need for the parties involved to approach the new situation with a rational and realistic perspective. The party noted that the recent developments represent a significant gain for Morocco and require the parties opposed to its national cause, including Algeria and the Polisario Front, to re-examine their stance.
The PPS party reiterated Morocco's commitment to a peaceful and negotiated solution to the Western Sahara conflict, based on the principles of territorial integrity and national sovereignty. The party emphasized that Morocco remains committed to a ceasefire and to the protection of its national security and territorial integrity.
The PPS party's statement concluded by emphasizing the importance of drawing lessons from the recent developments and understanding their implications in depth. The party reaffirmed its support for the King's stance on Western Sahara and its commitment to Morocco's national cause.
Key points
- The PPS party supports the King's stance on Western Sahara and calls for the issue to be removed from the UN Security Council's agenda.
- The party welcomes the Royal Court's recent statement and considers it a significant step towards resolving the conflict.
- The non-renewal of the MINURSO mission's mandate marks the end of its presence in Western Sahara.
