Rabat – Yemen has reaffirmed its longstanding support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and its stance on the issue of the Western Sahara. The country reiterated its position today during the sixth session of the Moroccan-Yemeni Joint Committee held in Rabat.
Yemen’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Shai’a Mohsen Al-Zindani commended Morocco’s efforts to achieve a realistic political solution for the regional dispute, based on consensus and in line with United Nations Security Council resolutions.
He also welcomed the growing international support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as a reliable and serious solution to the long-standing regional dispute.
Morocco’s position has enjoyed international momentum in recent years, with several countries expressing support for the country’s territorial integrity. This includes several African countries, many of which opened consulates in the southern cities of Laayoune and Dakhla.
In addition, a growing number of countries, including Panama, have distanced themselves from Polisario and cut ties with the self-styled Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR).
The Yemeni minister also commended Morocco’s ongoing development initiatives in the Southern Provinces, particularly the economic and social advancements in the region, in light of the new development model King Mohammed VI launched.
In addition, Al-Zindani praised the leadership role King Mohammed VI plays in promoting sustainable development across Africa.
He noted the King’s commitment to peace, security, and stability on the continent, in line with the aspirations of African nations for progress and growth.
The Yemeni Foreign Minister also commended the country’s dedication to strengthening African partnerships.
He specifically praised three major initiatives launched by King Mohammed VI to support the continent and its people, including the initiative to help Sahel countries access the Atlantic Ocean, the process involving Atlantic-facing African nations, and the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project.
The meeting concluded with the signing of several agreements and memorandums of understanding (MOUs) in various sectors. These include mutual recognition of driving licenses, cooperation in water resources, technical collaboration in road and port infrastructure, and enhanced meteorology and climatology cooperation.
Additional agreements focus on professional training, vocational education, and a program for higher education and scientific research cooperation for the period 2025-2027.
