Moldova: Moldova has declared its support for Morocco's autonomy plan as a definitive solution to the regional dispute over the Sahara, labeling it the 'most serious and credible basis' for resolving the conflict. This stance was outlined in a Joint Declaration following discussions in Chisinau between Moldova's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Pop?oi, and Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, who was visiting Chisinau.
According to Ghana News Agency, Moldova emphasized its 'full support for the sincere efforts' by Morocco to address the Moroccan Sahara issue. The Moldovan Foreign Minister reiterated support for the UN-led process aimed at achieving a just, pragmatic, sustainable, and mutually acceptable political solution. The ministers agreed on the UN's exclusivity in the political process and reaffirmed support for Security Council Resolution 2756 (2024), which calls for a realistic and sustainable agreement based on compromise.
Moldova and Morocco affirmed their support for the Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary-General in advancing the political process based on relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the UN Charter's principles. They also expressed support for MINURSO, as stated in the Joint Declaration. The two nations committed to strengthening bilateral cooperation across various fields.
In the Joint Declaration, both parties praised their countries' excellent relations and expressed their willingness to further enhance political dialogue and cooperation. They emphasized increasing economic, trade, and cultural cooperation, and agreed to organize a business forum to explore partnership opportunities in agriculture, fertilizers, energy, digital technologies, and cybersecurity. Additionally, they looked into developing cooperation between their diplomatic academies.
Several agreements were signed during the visit, including Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to promote political dialogue, enhance economic diplomacy, encourage diplomatic exchanges, and facilitate mutual visa exemptions. A cultural cooperation MoU was also signed to promote collaboration between the two nations.
The ministers reaffirmed their countries' positive roles in maintaining stability, security, and peace in their regions, committing to peaceful conflict resolution and respecting states' territorial integrity and sovereignty. Mr. Pop?oi praised Morocco's role as a regional stability hub and growth driver in Africa, while Mr. Bourita welcomed Moldova's EU accession negotiations and its reform efforts. Both agreed to continue consultations and coordination within international organizations.
