Keywords: Diplomatic


Moroccan Sahara: Polisario Challenges Staffan de Mistura’s Position on Future Talks

Disagreements over the framework for future negotiations on the Moroccan Sahara are adding pressure to the United Nations-led political process, after the Polisario Front reportedly threatened to reconsider its cooperation with UN Secretary-General’s Personal Envoy Staffan de Mistura. The movement’s......

Benin Renews Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Initiative on the Moroccan Sahara at the United Nations

Benin has reiterated its support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative as a basis for resolving the Moroccan Sahara issue, calling on the parties concerned to use the proposal as a framework for renewed dialogue and a lasting political settlement. The position was reaffirmed on Monday before the United......

China calls for renewed negotiations and lasting peace in the Middle East

China has reiterated its willingness to support diplomatic efforts aimed at ending hostilities and restoring stability in the Middle East. Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing was prepared to play a constructive role in securing a comprehensive ceasefire, resuming political negotiations and advancing......

Taiwan Resumes Visa Processing for Moroccan Citizens After 81-Day Suspension

Moroccan citizens can once again apply for Taiwanese visas following an 81-day suspension, ending a period of uncertainty triggered by reciprocal restrictions on visa processing between the two sides. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on October 12 that it had restored normal visa......

Dominican Republic Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Territorial Integrity and Autonomy Plan at the United Nations

The Dominican Republic has reiterated its support for Morocco’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, backing the Kingdom’s autonomy initiative as a basis for resolving the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara during discussions at the United Nations. Addressing the UN General Assembly’s......

Felipe VI and Queen Letizia Begin Sebta Visit Amid Migration and Diplomatic Tensions

Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia began a politically sensitive visit to Sebta on Tuesday, bringing the Spanish monarchy to the North African enclave amid continuing diplomatic considerations and renewed attention to migration cooperation between Madrid and Rabat. The royal couple was welcomed......

Moroccan Sahara: UN Envoy Presses Polisario to Respond to Morocco’s Autonomy Plan

The search for a political settlement to the Moroccan Sahara issue is entering a critical diplomatic phase, with United Nations envoy Staffan de Mistura urging the Polisario Front to engage constructively with Morocco’s autonomy initiative ahead of the next Security Council resolution on the mandate......

Algeria Seeks Russian Support as UN Considers MINURSO Mandate Renewal

Algeria has engaged Russia diplomatically ahead of the United Nations Security Council’s expected review of the mandate of the UN Mission for the Referendum in Moroccan Sahara (MINURSO), with the future scope of the peacekeeping operation emerging as a point of discussion between officials in Moscow......

Kuwait Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Initiative at the United Nations in New York

Kuwait has reiterated its support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative for the Moroccan Sahara, reaffirming its diplomatic position before the Fourth Committee of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. During its intervention, the Kuwaiti delegation also welcomed the adoption of United......