# Expanding diplomatic support for Moroccan Sahara autonomy > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mauritius-diplomatic-shift-on-western-sahara > Updated: 2026-10-23T00:13:34.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 9. Diplomatic momentum for Morocco’s autonomy plan in Western Sahara has continued during the United Nations General Assembly. Saudi Arabia and Qatar reaffirmed their support, while Mauritius officially shifted its position, with Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ramful describing autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty as the ‘most credible solution’ and the ‘most realistic, fairest, and most sustainable solution’ following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797. Guinea-Bissau also renewed its support for Morocco’s territorial integrity, with Foreign Minister Fatumata Jau characterizing the stance as ‘clear, constant and without ambiguity.’ During meetings of the UN General Assembly’s Fourth Committee, Chile expressed support for the 2007 autonomy plan as a ‘fair, lasting, and acceptable political solution,’ while Ecuador characterized the initiative as the ‘only serious, credible, and realistic proposal.’ Representing the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Bahrain reaffirmed that any final resolution must respect Morocco’s sovereignty. In a significant policy shift, the United States has submitted a draft resolution to the UN Security Council proposing that Moroccan autonomy be recognized as the ‘sole feasible solution’ and the only framework for negotiations. This draft removes references to a referendum and proposes replacing the MINURSO peacekeeping mission with a special political mission, MINUSO. The proposal suggests reducing uniformed personnel by at least half by January 2027 and replacing the term ‘people of Western Sahara’ with ‘Sahrawi components.’ In response to the upcoming vote, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita held discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to coordinate diplomatic efforts regarding the U.S.-drafted resolution. A vote on the resolution is expected on October 31. ## Claims - The UN General Assembly's Fourth Committee adopted its annual resolution regarding the Moroccan Sahara. (corroborated by 9 sources) - The resolution passed with 152 votes in favor, 2 against, and 7 abstentions. (corroborated by 9 sources) - The vote was requested at the last minute by the United States mission, breaking a consensus practice held since 2006. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The resolution references UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which positions Morocco's autonomy proposal as the basis for negotiations. (corroborated by 8 sources) - The resolution calls on Morocco, Algeria, Mauritania, and the Polisario to engage in the political process in good faith. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The United States and Israel voted against the resolution. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Morocco engages Russia over Western Sahara UN resolution Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita consulted with Russia's Sergey Lavrov regarding a US-drafted UN resolution that proposes restructuring the peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/morocco-proposes-marriage-subsidy-of-5000-dirhams-for-youth ### 2026-10-22: United States proposes Moroccan autonomy plan as sole Sahara solution A US-led UN Security Council draft resolution proposes Moroccan autonomy as the only viable solution for the Sahara, planning to replace the MINURSO peacekeeping mission with a political mission by 2027. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/united-states-proposes-moroccan-autonomy-plan-as-sole-sahara-solution ### 2026-10-15: UN Fourth Committee adopts Western Sahara resolution with 152 votes The UN Fourth Committee adopted a resolution on Western Sahara with 152 votes in favor, referencing Morocco's autonomy proposal. The US and Israel voted against, while Morocco and Algeria voted in favor. 12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/un-fourth-committee-adopts-resolution-on-moroccan-sahara ### 2026-10-14: Algeria reaffirms support for Sahrawi self-determination at UN At the United Nations, Algeria reaffirmed its support for the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination in Western Sahara, calling it an unfinished decolonization process. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/algeria-reaffirms-support-for-sahrawi-self-determination-at-un ### 2026-10-13: Morocco's UN Ambassador advocates autonomy plan for Sahara Morocco’s UN Ambassador Omar Hilale stated that UN Resolution 2797 shifts the Sahara dispute toward a final political settlement based on Morocco’s autonomy initiative. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/moroccos-un-ambassador-advocates-autonomy-plan-for-sahara ### 2026-10-09: Saudi Arabia and Qatar back Morocco autonomy plan at UN At the UN General Assembly, Saudi Arabia and Qatar backed Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara, while Algerian representatives advocated for Sahrawi self-determination and independence. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saudi-arabia-and-qatar-back-morocco-autonomy-plan-at-un ### 2026-10-03: Chile, Ecuador, and GCC reaffirm support for Moroccan Sahara autonomy plan Chile, Ecuador, and the Gulf Cooperation Council have reaffirmed their support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and its autonomy initiative during UN General Assembly meetings. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chile-ecuador-and-gcc-reaffirm-support-for-moroccan-sahara-autonomy-plan ### 2026-09-26: Morocco gains diplomatic support for Sahara sovereignty at UN At the UN General Assembly, Guinea-Bissau reaffirmed support for Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, while Mauritius shifted its position to recognize Morocco's autonomy plan as the most credible solution. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauritius-shifts-position-on-western-sahara-autonomy ### 2026-09-23: Mauritius recognizes Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara as most credible solution Mauritius has shifted its stance on the Moroccan Sahara, declaring that autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty is the most credible and sustainable solution to the regional dispute. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mauritius-recognizes-moroccan-sovereignty-over-sahara-as-most-credible-solution --- Cite as: Expanding diplomatic support for Moroccan Sahara autonomy. 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