Albares reaffirms the support of Moroccan sovereignty over the West Sahara after meeting with his Rabat counterpart

The Foreign Ministers of Spain and Morocco have exhibited on Tuesday their affinity in an appearance in which José Manuel Albares has reaffirmed the government’s support for Mohamed VI’s plans with the Western Sahara. “The Moroccan Autonomy Plan for Sahara is the most serious, realistic and credible basis” to resolve the conflictas the Holy Thursday defended the head of the Foreign Minister of Spain.

Both he and his counterpart Alauí, Nasser Bourita, have celebrated the harmony of both allied countries. The Moroccan government member has noted that the relations between the two states are “At the best moment in its history”. “It is not a diplomatic slogan, it is a reality,” Bourita has exclaimed after meeting with Albares in Madrid.

The Moroccan minister has insisted several times to point out the meeting held by Pedro Sánchez and Mohamed VI in 2022 as A historical “turning point” For Hispanomarroquite relations, which he has described as “an example to follow.” “Since the meeting between His Majesty Mohamed VI and President Pedro Sánchez in 2022 has changed the situation. We have entered a new era in which there is more confidence,” Bourita explained.

“Historical record” in the trade of both countries

The tone and message of Albares have been similar to those of their Moroccan counterpart. The Spanish minister has alluded to the opening of customs with Melilla, which took place in January, and immigration cooperation. The “Excellent commercial point” In the relationship with the neighboring country: “One more year a historical record” of commercial exchanges has been fulfilled.

Regarding the Western Sahara, Albares has praised the “serious and credible efforts of Morocco”, focused on solving the conflict. His counterpart Alauí has ​​also recognized the support of Spain, but has framed it “in parallel lines with international opinion.” “22 member countries of the European Union agree”he has stressed. And those who oppose, according to Moroccan Foreign Minister, it is because “they do not want a solution after 50 years of problem.” “It is easy to be in Madrid or Stockholm” and talk about “a referendum,” he said.