The United Kingdom has marked a pivotal change in its foreign policy by endorsing Morocco's proposal for autonomy in Western Sahara. This endorsement aims to facilitate lucrative investment opportunities in connection with Morocco's hosting of the 2030 men's football World Cup. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his visit to Rabat, described Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible basis for resolving the territorial dispute, which has persisted for over five decades. While Algeria expressed disappointment, highlighting the long-standing nature of Morocco's plan and its lack of negotiation engagement with the Sahrawi people, UK's backing is seen as a strategic move tied to economic benefits, including contracts for UK companies in infrastructure development related to the World Cup. With both nations affirming respect for peaceful conflict resolution and the principle of self-determination, this new partnership could reshape the dynamics of the Western Sahara issue while fostering British business interests.
UK Endorses Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal for Disputed Western Sahara
UK Endorses Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal for Disputed Western Sahara
In a significant shift, the UK backs Morocco's plan to address the long-standing Western Sahara conflict amidst potential business opportunities tied to the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
UK Endorses Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal for Disputed Western Sahara
In a significant shift, the UK backs Morocco's plan to address the long-standing Western Sahara conflict amidst potential business opportunities tied to the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The United Kingdom has marked a pivotal change in its foreign policy by endorsing Morocco's proposal for autonomy in Western Sahara. This endorsement aims to facilitate lucrative investment opportunities in connection with Morocco's hosting of the 2030 men's football World Cup. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his visit to Rabat, described Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible basis for resolving the territorial dispute, which has persisted for over five decades. While Algeria expressed disappointment, highlighting the long-standing nature of Morocco's plan and its lack of negotiation engagement with the Sahrawi people, UK's backing is seen as a strategic move tied to economic benefits, including contracts for UK companies in infrastructure development related to the World Cup. With both nations affirming respect for peaceful conflict resolution and the principle of self-determination, this new partnership could reshape the dynamics of the Western Sahara issue while fostering British business interests.
In a significant shift, the UK backs Morocco's plan to address the long-standing Western Sahara conflict amidst potential business opportunities tied to the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The United Kingdom has marked a pivotal change in its foreign policy by endorsing Morocco's proposal for autonomy in Western Sahara. This endorsement aims to facilitate lucrative investment opportunities in connection with Morocco's hosting of the 2030 men's football World Cup. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy, during his visit to Rabat, described Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible basis for resolving the territorial dispute, which has persisted for over five decades. While Algeria expressed disappointment, highlighting the long-standing nature of Morocco's plan and its lack of negotiation engagement with the Sahrawi people, UK's backing is seen as a strategic move tied to economic benefits, including contracts for UK companies in infrastructure development related to the World Cup. With both nations affirming respect for peaceful conflict resolution and the principle of self-determination, this new partnership could reshape the dynamics of the Western Sahara issue while fostering British business interests.
