RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – France has reaffirmed its “unwavering” position that “the present and future of Western Sahara lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty,” confirming that the autonomy plan proposed by Rabat in 2007 represents “the only basis for reaching a just, lasting, and negotiated political solution.” This was stated by a spokesperson for the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs following a meeting in Essaouira between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his French counterpart, Jean-Noël Barrot, as reported by the MAP news agency. The French top diplomat expressed a desire for continued dialogue, reiterating support for United Nations efforts in line with Resolution 2797.

During the talks, the two ministers reviewed the “strengthened, exceptional partnership” between France and Morocco—nearly two years after the French President’s state visit to the Kingdom, which took place at the invitation of King Mohammed VI. Bourita and Barrot examined various sectors where bilateral relations are showing “particularly fruitful momentum,” and expressed satisfaction regarding the prospect of concluding a Franco-Moroccan treaty. The discussion also covered key regional and international issues of common interest, specifically the situation in the Near and Middle East and the Sahel. Barrot reaffirmed a commitment to leveraging the cooperation between Paris and Rabat to help resolve crises.

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(ITALPRESS)

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