The Union Socialiste des Forces Populaires (USFP) in Morocco has expressed its support for the royal communiqué on the Western Sahara issue. Following the United Nations Security Council's discussions on October 30, the USFP's Bureau politique released a statement affirming its commitment to the autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty. This initiative, according to the party, enjoys broad international support, with over two-thirds of UN member states backing it, including permanent members of the Security Council and influential international powers.
The USFP's statement comes after the UN Security Council failed to adopt a new resolution extending the mandate of the MINURSO mission. The party views this outcome as more than a procedural deadlock, indicating a deep crisis in the UN's approach to the Western Sahara issue over the past three decades. The USFP believes this approach has led to perpetuating the conflict rather than resolving it.
The autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty is seen by the USFP as the only viable political solution to the Western Sahara conflict. This initiative, they argue, has garnered significant international support, reflecting a broad consensus on the way forward. The party emphasizes that this approach is essential for putting an end to the artificial dispute.
The USFP has also expressed its appreciation for the royal communiqué issued on October 30, which outlines Morocco's stance on the Western Sahara issue. The party reaffirms its full commitment to King Mohammed VI and supports all measures taken by the monarch to preserve Morocco's sovereignty, national and territorial unity, and defend its supreme interests.
The UN Security Council's inability to adopt a new resolution has been interpreted by the USFP as a sign of a flawed approach that has been in place for over 30 years. This approach, according to the party, has led to a stalemate in the conflict, with no clear resolution in sight. The USFP argues that a new approach is needed to break the deadlock and move towards a lasting solution.
The USFP's stance on the Western Sahara issue reflects the party's commitment to finding a peaceful and sustainable solution. By supporting the autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty, the party aims to contribute to a resolution that respects Morocco's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The party's position also underscores its support for the King's leadership on this critical national issue.
The USFP's backing of the royal communiqué and its commitment to the autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty highlight the party's alignment with the King's stance on Western Sahara. This alignment reflects a broader national consensus on the importance of preserving Morocco's sovereignty and territorial unity. The party's position is seen as a significant contribution to the national debate on this critical issue.
Key points
- The USFP supports the autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty as the only viable solution to the Western Sahara conflict.
