Rabat, December 9, 2025 – The Europe Today: Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch on Monday reaffirmed that Morocco has pursued a “firm and fair” policy regarding the Western Sahara issue under the leadership of King Mohammed VI.
In an interview with the Spanish newspaper La Razón, Akhannouch highlighted that Morocco’s strategy centers on strengthening international partnerships while maintaining “clear and unconditional support for Morocco’s full territorial integrity.”
Commenting on the latest United Nations Security Council resolution on Western Sahara, he described it as “just and balanced,” calling it a pivotal moment after years of what he termed a fabricated conflict. According to Akhannouch, the resolution holds all parties accountable and presents a “historic and fair opportunity” to foster stability and prosperity in Morocco’s southern provinces.
“This new momentum paves the way for a constructive dialogue with no winners or losers, as emphasized by His Majesty the King in his recent address,” he said. Akhannouch noted that Morocco’s diplomatic efforts over more than two decades, built on realism and firmness, have positioned the country as “a model of credibility” on the international stage.
On Morocco-Spain relations, the Prime Minister underlined a strong strategic convergence regarding Western Sahara, stating that Madrid’s position is “clear and consistent” with UN resolutions. He emphasized that Spain’s support enhances mutual trust and contributes to regional stability across Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Atlantic.
Akhannouch pointed out that bilateral relations between Morocco and Spain have seen significant progress, driven by close political ties between King Mohammed VI and King Felipe VI, and a commitment to a long-term, transparent partnership. Spain is Morocco’s top trading partner, while Morocco remains Spain’s main economic partner in Africa. Nearly 800 Spanish companies operate in Morocco, and over 12,000 Moroccan companies maintain economic relations with Spain.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the countries’ deep human connections, with around one million Moroccans living in Spain, and stressed their cooperative approach to migration, aiming to combat irregular migration and human trafficking in a “balanced and responsible” manner. He cited last week’s High-Level Meeting in Madrid, which resulted in 14 signed cooperation agreements, as evidence of the partnership’s strength.
The October UN Security Council resolution renewed the mandate of MINURSO and urged all parties to engage seriously and without preconditions. Adopted with 11 votes in favor and no opposition, the resolution places Morocco’s 2007 Autonomy Plan at the center of efforts to resolve the Sahara dispute. Only Pakistan, China, and Russia abstained.
Akhannouch noted that over the past few years, more than 30 countries have opened consulates in Laayoune and Dakhla, signaling clear diplomatic recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. “This shift reflects the decisive diplomatic transformation achieved under King Mohammed VI, underscoring Morocco’s approach as credible, stable, and forward-looking,” he said.
