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A significant Moroccan delegation arrived in Managua, Nicaragua, today to participate in the UN Committee of 24’s regional conference, which runs from May 25 to 27. This meeting comes at a critical juncture as international support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara and its autonomy proposal continues to grow.
Strengthening Diplomatic Ties
The Moroccan delegation, led by Ambassador Omar Hilale, Morocco’s permanent representative to the UN, includes officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan expatriates, as well as the Deputy President of the Royal Advisory Council for Saharan Affairs. For the eighth consecutive year, local elected officials from Morocco’s southern regions are attending, signifying a transformational shift within the UN committee. Gone are the days of exclusive invitations to the Polisario Front; now, legitimate representatives from the Southern provinces are asserting their presence on the international stage.
Contextual Developments
The Managua conference follows the recent adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which calls on all parties involved to engage in an unconditional political process based on Morocco’s autonomy plan. This marks a pivotal moment in the long-lasting territorial dispute, signaling a commitment to finding a lasting political solution.
Strategic Implications
The conference serves as a platform for the Moroccan delegation to address recent developments concerning Western Sahara, particularly amidst a growing international momentum behind the autonomy initiative, which reportedly enjoys backing from 130 UN member states, including several permanent Security Council members. Additionally, the Moroccan representatives will showcase the New Development Model for the Southern Provinces, launched by King Mohammed VI in 2015, which includes over 10 billion dirhams in investments aimed at infrastructural growth, renewable energy, blue economy initiatives, and water desalination projects.
Focus on Sustainability
This year’s conference theme, “Renewed Commitments, Partnerships, and Innovative Approaches,” emphasizes enhancing resilience and sustainability in the face of climate challenges, aligning closely with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The strategic conversations held in Managua are anticipated to strengthen Morocco’s position on both the regional and global stage, furthering its diplomatic outreach in support of its territorial claims and development objectives in Western Sahara.
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