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The Dominican Republic has reaffirmed its commitment to Morocco’s territorial integrity, asserting support for the kingdom’s sovereignty over its southern regions. This declaration came during a meeting between Alfredo Pacheco Osoria, President of the Chamber of Deputies, and Mohamed Fares, President of the House of Councillors, held on the sidelines of the 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Istanbul.
Strengthening Ties: Dominican Support for Morocco’s Sovereignty
The recent diplomatic engagement underscores a significant shift in international attitudes towards the Moroccan stance on Western Sahara. Pacheco emphasized that evolving dynamics within the United Nations are reinforcing the Dominican Republic’s belief in the legitimacy of Morocco’s position. This shift is notably influenced by recent UN Security Council resolutions, which indicate growing support for a realistic solution to the longstanding conflict.
Parliamentary Cooperation at the Forefront
In this context, Pacheco expressed his country’s intent to enhance bilateral relations through increased parliamentary collaboration. This includes intensifying mutual visits and exchanges of experiences, as well as aligning efforts on issues of shared interest within international organizations.
Conversely, Mohamed Fares highlighted the robust ties linking Rabat and Santo Domingo. He pointed out that these relations have seen significant momentum in recent years, facilitated by official visits, including the notable trip by King Mohammed VI to the Dominican Republic in 2004.
A Collaborative Future
Fares underscored that parliamentary collaboration is essential for advancing bilateral cooperation. He advocated for broadening partnership areas and institutional coordination to bolster mutual interests and support development efforts. Notably, he praised the Dominican Republic’s supportive stance on the Moroccan claim over Western Sahara, specifically its endorsement of the autonomy proposal as a serious framework for resolving the dispute—an approach aligned with the UN Security Council’s latest directives issued in October 2025.
The 152nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union will continue through Sunday, featuring a Moroccan delegation led by Fares, which includes several members of the national parliamentary body.
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