The Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) in Mexico officially expresses support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, marking a significant diplomatic shift. This decision comes after a meeting with Moroccan officials, emphasizing the importance of peaceful conflict resolution and stronger bilateral relations. The launch of the Mexican Observatory for Moroccan Sahara further reflects the growing international acknowledgment of Morocco’s territorial claims.
Rabat – The recent diplomatic outreach of Moroccan officials in Latin America has yielded positive results, particularly in Mexico, where influential voices are increasingly advocating for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. The Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI), a prominent political party in Mexico, officially expressed its support for Morocco’s stance on this territorial dispute. This development marks a substantial shift from PRI’s prior support for the Polisario separatist front during its governance in 1979.
At a meeting in Mexico City with Rachid Talbi Alami, President of Morocco’s House of Representatives, PRI President Alejandro Moreno announced the party’s renewed commitment to stand with Morocco. He emphasized that this decision signifies a “new stage in its international relations” and highlights the significance of Morocco’s territorial integrity in a rapidly changing global landscape. Moreno lauded the importance of promoting peaceful conflict resolution and non-intervention principles.
Deputy Marcela Guerra also articulated the importance of strengthened ties between Morocco and Mexico, citing their respective roles as vital gateways to Africa and the Americas. In her address to the Mexican Chamber of Deputies, she underscored the strategic partnership potential fostered by six decades of diplomatic relations and various cooperation agreements across multiple sectors between the two countries.
Furthermore, the establishment of the Mexican Observatory for Moroccan Sahara in Mexico City signifies a new initiative dedicated to advocating for Morocco’s territorial integrity within Latin America. This observatory aims to serve as a center for promoting bilateral relations, particularly in light of the growing international support for Morocco’s autonomy plan over Western Sahara. Both the PRI’s endorsement and the observatory’s launch reflect an increasing recognition in Latin America of Morocco’s legitimate claims to its western territories.
The PRI’s endorsement of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara signals a notable diplomatic shift in Mexico, moving away from past support for separatist claims. The support highlights bilateral opportunities and aims to enhance mutual cooperation. Moreover, initiatives such as the Mexican Observatory for Moroccan Sahara indicate a growing acknowledgment in Latin America of Morocco’s strategic position and territorial integrity, fostering closer ties between the two nations.
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