Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch reiterated that Morocco’s autonomy plan under national sovereignty represents the only realistic and sustainable solution to the Sahara regional dispute during his address to the 80th UN General Assembly session in New York. The statement reinforced international momentum supporting Morocco’s territorial position under King Mohammed VI’s leadership.
Akhannouch emphasized that a broad majority of international community members consider Morocco’s autonomy proposal the sole pragmatic and credible foundation for definitively resolving the regional dispute. This unequivocal support demonstrates the appropriate time to conclude this artificial conflict while fully respecting national sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Prime Minister highlighted ongoing socio-economic transformation in Morocco’s southern provinces through the new development model and royal Atlantic initiatives. These regions now establish themselves as strategic platforms serving peace, security, and co-development objectives across the broader regional framework.
Akhannouch outlined comprehensive development projects transforming local infrastructure, economic opportunities, and social services throughout the Sahara provinces. Investment programs focus on renewable energy, port facilities, agricultural modernization, and educational expansion, demonstrating Morocco’s commitment to regional prosperity and stability.
From the General Assembly podium, Morocco’s Prime Minister reaffirmed total support for the efforts of the UN Secretary-General and his personal envoy’s mission to achieve definitive resolution of the artificial dispute surrounding Moroccan Sahara. This diplomatic engagement reflects Morocco’s continued commitment to international law and multilateral conflict resolution mechanisms.
The address coincided with growing international recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty, including recent endorsements from major powers and regional organizations supporting the autonomy framework as the most viable path toward lasting peace and regional stability.