The opening on Monday of a consulate general of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Laayoune, capital of the Moroccan Sahara, constitutes “a historic step” in the longstanding relations between the two countries, said Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. He described as a “historic step” this decision that would further promote the strategic partnership between the Kingdom and the United States of America. Bourita on his part said the opening of Bahrain’s consulate general in Laayoune is an undeniable proof of the solidarity existing between the two countries. From Manama, Vice-president of the Shura Council Jamal Mohamed Fakhrou said the opening of a Bahraini consulate in Laayoune is a clear illustration of Bahrain’s unwavering and unconditional support for Morocco’s territorial integrity. The Consulate General of Bahrain is the 10th diplomatic representation opened in the capital of the Moroccan Sahara in a year.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 15, 2020 01:18 UTC