Peru backs Morocco’s autonomy plan and territorial integrity in Sahara dispute
Diplomacy
Peru affirms support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative and territorial sovereignty in Sahara
The incoming Peruvian administration has pledged to uphold Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces, as announced by the office of President-elect Keiko Fujimori.
During a meeting with Morocco’s Ambassador to Peru, Amin Chaoudri, President-elect Keiko Fujimori received a congratulatory message from His Majesty King Mohammed VI following her election victory. The encounter highlighted the incoming government’s commitment to supporting Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern regions.
The Peruvian administration also reaffirmed its alignment with UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which endorses the Moroccan Autonomy Plan as the foundation for resolving the longstanding Sahara dispute. This stance aims to facilitate a definitive solution to the regional conflict, the statement noted.
In his congratulatory message, King Mohammed VI warmly praised Keiko Fujimori’s leadership and the trust placed in her by the Peruvian people to advance progress and prosperity. The Moroccan Monarch underscored the robust and enduring friendship between Morocco and Peru, built on mutual respect and shared values. He expressed his determination to collaborate closely with the incoming Peruvian leader to elevate bilateral relations to a multidimensional partnership, benefiting both nations.
