In a new step reinforcing the Moroccan position, the UN Security Council, supported by the United States and France, decided to renew the mandate of the MINURSO mission for an additional year through Resolution 2756. This resolution reaffirms the Council’s support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative as a serious and realistic solution to end the conflict over the Sahara.
This development highlights the success of Moroccan royal diplomacy in garnering international support, in contrast to the decline of the separatist proposals backed by Algeria.
Moroccan Diplomacy: Strategic Partnership with Major Powers
The recognition of Moroccan diplomacy results from a prudent strategy built on broad international alliances and support for constructive initiatives. The endorsement from the United States and France confirms Morocco’s influence as a key player in the region. The question is: How will this partnership enhance international recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, and could this support encourage other countries to align with the Moroccan initiative?
Algeria and the Separatist Thesis: Between International Isolation and Persistence in Escalation
In contrast, Algeria continues to support the Polisario Front and calls for direct negotiations between Morocco and the Front, disregarding the UN-led process. Observers wonder: To what extent will Algeria realize that its insistence on rejecting consensual solutions may deepen its international isolation and undermine its credibility? Does the Security Council’s rejection of Algerian amendments indicate a global shift toward supporting regional stability through the autonomy path?
Absence of the ‘Partition’ Option from the Resolution: A Sign of Moroccan Territorial Integrity
The resolution disregarded the ‘partition’ option previously suggested by UN envoy Staffan de Mistura, an option rejected by both Morocco and the Polisario Front. This absence reflects international support for Morocco’s stability and territorial integrity. Could this be seen as a clear message from the international community in favor of Morocco’s territorial unity?
International Praise for the Autonomy Initiative: Could This Initiative Become the UN Solution?
In its resolution, the Security Council underscored the credibility of Morocco’s autonomy initiative as a viable solution, noting that resolving the conflict would contribute to regional stability and enhance cooperation among Maghreb countries. Are we witnessing a global shift toward adopting this initiative as the official and definitive option to resolve the conflict?
Algeria and International Shifts: Will It Reconsider Its Position?
Despite clear signals from the international community toward supporting the Moroccan initiative, Algeria remains steadfast in its separatist stance and refuses to engage in dialogue tables. The question arises: Will international shifts prompt Algeria to reconsider its policy on the Sahara, or will it continue on an escalation path that further isolates it?
Conclusion: A Triumph for Moroccan Diplomacy and a Call for Reflection
This resolution demonstrates the success of Moroccan diplomacy in gaining strong international support, while the separatist project finds itself weakened on the international stage. Could this diplomatic victory lead to a shift in other countries’ positions in favor of Morocco, or will Algeria remain in confrontation despite declining international support?
