# Diplomatic support for Moroccan Sahara autonomy plan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/diplomatic-support-for-moroccan-sahara-autonomy-plan
> Updated: 2026-09-08T16:00:50.000Z. Sources: 32. Developments: 2.

Greece has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan regarding the Sahara, describing the proposal as a “serious and credible contribution” to the United Nations political process. Following a meeting between Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis and Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, Gerapetritis stated the plan “could constitute the most feasible solution” for resolving the regional dispute.

Greece, serving as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the 2025-2026 term, noted that its position aligns with the European Union and supports the efforts of UN Personal Envoy Staffan de Mistura. The Greek government welcomed the adoption of Resolution 2797, which establishes the Moroccan autonomy proposal as the basis for negotiations.

In addition to Greek support, Guinea has reiterated its firm stance regarding Moroccan sovereignty over the territory. During a joint cooperation commission meeting in Conakry, Guinean Foreign Minister Morissanda Kouyaté described the autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty as the “only solution” to the regional dispute. Kouyaté noted that the presence of the Guinean Consulate General in Dakhla serves as a concrete symbol of this diplomatic solidarity.

This stance was further integrated into Guinea’s newly unveiled Foreign Policy Document. Presented by Kouyaté, the strategic framework aims to guide diplomatic actions through eleven priority axes, emphasizing national sovereignty and regional integration while maintaining its position on the Sahara dispute.

## Claims

- The ECOWAS Convergence Council determined that the 2027 target for launching the ECO single currency remains achievable. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- The Council directed the ECOWAS Commission to immediately convene the Presidential Task Force to accelerate the single currency process. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Guinea's Foreign Minister stated that autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the only solution to the Sahara dispute. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Morocco's legislative elections are scheduled to take place on September 23, 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Guinea has officially presented its first Foreign Policy Document to serve as a strategic roadmap for its diplomacy. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The BCEAO reported a 6.7% growth rate for the UEMOA region in 2025. (single source)
- The Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) proposed a five-year program costing approximately 350 billion MAD. (single source)
- The Electoral Commission of Sierra Leone announced that the next general elections will be held by October 12, 2028. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: West Africa: ECO currency targets 2027 as Morocco prepares for elections

ECOWAS aims to launch the ECO currency by 2027, while Morocco prepares for legislative elections focused on economic issues. Guinea has also unveiled a new foreign policy framework and backed Morocco's Sahara-S

23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/morocco-gains-support-for-sahara-autonomy-as-ecowas-fast-tracks-single-currency

### 2026-09-08: Greece and Guinea reaffirm support for Morocco's Sahara autonomy plan

Greece and Guinea have reaffirmed their support for Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, describing it as a credible and viable solution to the regional dispute.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-supports-moroccos-autonomy-plan-for-the-sahara

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