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Diplomatic shifts regarding Western Sahara sovereignty

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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, stating no viable solution exists outside of Moroccan sovereignty. Senegal also joined other nations in reiterating support~~ proposal. Expanding on this position, Bourita presented a six-principle framework for ~~Morocco’s territorial integrity and autonomy initiative. During~~ the ~~81st session~~ final settlement of the ~~UN General Assembly,~~ Western Sahara issue, emphasizing the autonomy plan under Moroccan ~~Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita engaged in high-level meetings to advance Morocco's position.~~ sovereignty as the primary basis for political negotiation under UN auspices.

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