Rabat: His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has hailed the United Nations Security Council’s historic endorsement of the Kingdom’s Autonomy Initiative as a decisive moment in the country’s efforts to resolve the long-standing regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara.
According to Ghana News Agency, in a nationally televised address on Friday evening, the Monarch described the UN vote as a ‘turning point in modern Moroccan history,’ coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Green March and the 70th anniversary of Morocco’s independence.
The King declared, ‘There is a before October 31, 2025, and an after October 30,’ adding that the resolution marked ‘a new chapter in consolidating the Moroccanness of the Sahara.’ He emphasized that after fifty years of sacrifices, Morocco is starting a new chapter in this process.
The Security Council’s decision recognizes Morocco’s Autonomy Initiative as the sole viable solution to the dispute. The King described this as a ‘manifest victory’ for legitimacy, diplomacy, and perseverance, noting that two-thirds of UN member states now support the initiative, reflecting a growing international consensus.
orsements from major global powers, including the United States, France, Britain, Russia, Spain, and the European Union, were cited by the King. This recognition is expected to bolster Morocco’s economic sovereignty and transform the southern provinces into a hub for development, stability, and regional integration.
The King announced plans to submit an enhanced version of the Autonomy Initiative to the United Nations, positioning it as the exclusive framework for future negotiations. He expressed gratitude to Morocco’s allies, particularly highlighting the United States under President Donald Trump for its pivotal role in advancing the settlement process.
King Mohammed VI extended a reconciliatory hand to Moroccans in the Tindouf camps, encouraging them to reunite with their families and contribute to building a unified homeland. He affirmed that ‘all Moroccans are equal,’ emphasizing unity among those returning from the Tindouf camps and their brothers and sisters within the homeland.
In a significant diplomatic overture, the King invited Algerian President Abdelmajid Tebboune to engage in ‘sincere and brotherly dialogue’ aimed at rebuilding relations and reviving the Arab Maghreb Union. He reiterated Morocco’s commitment to regional cooperation, mutual respect, and integration among the five Maghreb states.
As the nation prepares to mark the 50th anniversary of the Green March, the Monarch paid tribute to the sacrifices of the Moroccan people, particularly those in the southern provinces, for their unwavering commitment to national unity. He commended the efforts of Moroccan diplomacy and the Royal Armed Forces in defending the country’s territorial integrity.
The King concluded by acknowledging that the comprehensive development, security, and stability enjoyed by Morocco’s southern provinces are the result of the sacrifices made by all Moroccans.