GCC reaffirms help for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara

Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem Mohammed Al-Budaiwi reiterated the GCC’s help for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara and its autonomy proposal throughout a go to to Rabat on Thursday. He additionally lauded the latest United Nations Security Council decision on the problem.

At a joint press convention with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, Al-Budaiwi introduced that GCC overseas ministers have invited Bourita to a ministerial-level Gulf-Morocco strategic dialogue in Riyadh. Al-Budaiwi described the deliberate assembly as a “strategic dialogue covering various sectors of mutual interest.”

The Secretary-General congratulated Morocco on being chosen to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, emphasizing the GCC’s readiness to supply full help to Rabat in organizing the worldwide occasion.

Al-Budaiwi’s go to, which incorporates discussions with Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, underscores the “strength and depth of the strategic partnership between Rabat and GCC nations,” he mentioned.

Foreign Minister Bourita expressed appreciation for the GCC’s unwavering help for Morocco’s place on Western Sahara, highlighting the sturdy ties between the 2 events. “Our relationship remains strong, and we are exploring ways to further enhance it by fostering collaboration among joint teams and creating opportunities for youth, entrepreneurs, and businesses,” Bourita mentioned.

Bourita famous the alignment between Morocco and GCC nations on worldwide and regional points, notably within the Middle East. He reaffirmed their shared dedication to the Palestinian trigger and the precise of the Palestinian individuals to ascertain a state, whereas additionally supporting stability in Arab nations going through latest challenges.

Reflecting on the 2016 Morocco-GCC summit, Bourita emphasised that Morocco views its safety and stability as intertwined with that of the GCC nations.