‘Clear, Constant Position’: France Has Favorable Stance on Autonomy Plan in Moroccan Sahara – French FM
Rabat – The French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, reiterated, Friday in Rabat, her country’s position « favorable to Morocco » regarding the Moroccan autonomy plan, a position, known to the Moroccans, that Paris demonstrated at the United Nations when it was the « only one who wanted to advance some ideas ».
« As for the Moroccan autonomy plan, our position is favorable to Morocco. We have demonstrated it at the United Nations, even when we were a bit alone in wanting to advance some ideas, » said the head of French diplomacy, during a joint press conference with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Abroad, Nasser Bourita, after their meeting.
« France’s position is clear and constant, » she said, recalling that his country supports the ceasefire and the efforts of UN Secretary General Staffan de Mistura’s personal envoy.
« We wish for the resumption of negotiations between the parties for a just and realistic solution, » he added, stressing the constancy of France’s position, in particular that concerning « the renewal of Minurso’s mandate, which was appreciated by Morocco. »MAP