# Diplomatic shifts regarding Western Sahara sovereignty

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/diplomatic-shifts-regarding-western-sahara-sovereignty
> Updated: 2026-09-21T20:06:13.000Z. Sources: 42. Developments: 2.

Diplomatic developments regarding the Western Sahara dispute have seen several nations align with Morocco’s autonomy proposal. Ghana reaffirmed its decision to withdraw recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR), clarifying that a meeting with a Polisario Front envoy did not signal a reversal of its foreign policy. The Ghanaian government maintained its support for a United Nations-led political process and UN Security Council Resolution 2797.

Following this, Chile officially recognized Moroccan sovereignty over the Western Sahara region. During meetings at the United Nations General Assembly, Chilean officials described Morocco’s 2007 autonomy proposal as a “just, lasting and mutually acceptable” solution. Chile also indicated its adherence to UN Security Council resolution 2797/2025 and expressed intent to strengthen bilateral economic ties and negotiate a free trade agreement with Morocco.

During the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, additional diplomatic momentum was observed. Panama recognized Morocco's territorial integrity, with its embassy confirming it exercises “full consular jurisdiction over the entire Moroccan territory.” Furthermore, Cabo Verde and Saint Lucia reaffirmed their support for the autonomy proposal as a viable political solution, while Saint Vincent and the Grenadines reiterated its backing of Moroccan sovereignty. Senegal also joined other nations in reiterating support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and autonomy initiative.

At the 81st UN General Assembly, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita asserted that the conflict has reached a “historical turning point” following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797 in October 2025. Bourita argued the dispute is on an “irreversible path” toward a political solution based on the 2007 autonomy proposal. Expanding on this position, Bourita presented a six-principle framework for the final settlement of the Western Sahara issue, emphasizing the autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty as the primary basis for political negotiation under UN auspices.

## Claims

- Chile supports Moroccan sovereignty over the entire territory, including the Sahara region. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- Chile considers the 2007 Moroccan autonomy proposal as a just, durable, and mutually acceptable political solution. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- Chile will promote economic and commercial cooperation and investment in the Moroccan Sahara region. (corroborated by 9 sources)
- Chile and Morocco signed terms of reference to begin negotiating a free trade agreement. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Chile supports and adheres to UN Security Council resolution 2797/2025. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Panama expressed support for Morocco's sovereignty over its entire territory. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Panama's embassy in Morocco exercises full consular jurisdiction over the entire Moroccan territory. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita stated that the Sahara issue has reached a historical turning point following UN Security Council Resolution 2797. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- Bourita asserted that the regional dispute is on an irreversible path toward a definitive resolution. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Morocco presents Sahara settlement principles at UN General Assembly

At the UN General Assembly, Morocco presented a six-principle plan for the Sahara, receiving renewed support for its autonomy proposal from Chile, Panama, Saint Lucia, and Senegal.

42 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-recognizes-moroccos-sovereignty-over-western-sahara

### 2026-09-16: Ghana reaffirms withdrawal of SADR recognition

Ghana has reaffirmed its withdrawal of recognition for the SADR and expressed continued support for Morocco’s autonomy proposal and the UN-led political process in the Sahara.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghana-reaffirms-withdrawal-of-sadr-recognition

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