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U.S. Reaffirms Recognition of Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
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U.S. Reaffirms Recognition of Morocco’s Sovereignty Over Western Sahara

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The U.S. reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, calling Morocco's autonomy initiative the sole credible basis for resolving the dispute.
  • President Trump conveyed this stance to King Mohammed VI, emphasizing Washington's firm position and the unacceptability of any other path.
  • The U.S. also pledged to deepen cooperation with Morocco in security, economic development, and strategic sectors like energy and artificial intelligence.

The United States has strongly reaffirmed its recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, designating the Moroccan autonomy initiative as the only viable foundation for resolving the long-standing territorial conflict.

The United States is unequivocal: We recognise Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara and support Morocco’s serious, credible, and realistic autonomy proposal as the only basis for a just and lasting solution.

— Donald TrumpReaffirming U.S. recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara.

This unequivocal position was communicated by U.S. President Donald Trump in a message to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day. According to a statement from the Royal Office, Trump affirmed that Washington remains steadfast in its stance on the disputed territory.

"The United States is unequivocal: We recognise Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara and support Morocco’s serious, credible, and realistic autonomy proposal as the only basis for a just and lasting solution," the message stated. It further emphasized that "any other path prolongs the status quo and is unacceptable. This dispute must end now, and the United States will continue to push toward that goal."

Any other path prolongs the status quo and is unacceptable. This dispute must end now, and the United States will continue to push toward that goal.

— Donald TrumpStating the U.S. position on resolving the Western Sahara dispute.

President Trump also lauded King Mohammed VI's leadership, portraying Morocco as a crucial partner in fostering regional peace and stability. He highlighted Morocco's commitment to peace, its efforts in combating extremism, and its role in safeguarding the security of both Americans and Moroccans, describing it as a valuable partnership for the U.S.

Your Majesty’s wise leadership is an anchor of stability.

— Donald TrumpPraising King Mohammed VI's leadership.

Furthermore, Trump pledged to enhance bilateral cooperation, directing his administration to promote economic and social development in Morocco, including in Western Sahara. U.S. technological and innovative contributions are set to support Morocco in strategic areas such as energy, artificial intelligence, critical minerals, and defense. The U.S. president characterized the relationship between the two nations as one built on centuries of trust and mutual respect, celebrating 250 years of enduring friendship.

Morocco’s steadfast commitment to peace, combating extremism and safeguarding the security of Americans and Moroccans reflects a valuable partnership for the United States.

— Donald TrumpHighlighting Morocco's role in regional security and partnership with the U.S.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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