Mali has formally endorsed Morocco’s Western Sahara autonomy plan, signalling a shift in regional diplomacy over the disputed territory.
In a statement, the Malian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the transitional government would withdraw recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and instead support autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty. Officials described the proposal as the “only serious and credible basis” for resolving the long-running conflict.
Western Sahara, a resource-rich former Spanish colony, remains contested between Morocco and the Algeria backed Polisario Front, which seeks independence for the Sahrawi people.
A 2025 United Nations Security Council resolution positioned Morocco’s plan as central to negotiations, without endorsing a referendum on independence.
Key developments:
• Mali withdraws recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic
• Growing backing for Morocco from Western and African allies
• UN resolution frames autonomy plan as “serious and realistic”
• Rising foreign investment interest in energy and infrastructure
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