Morocco has renewed its commitment to the dynamics launched by the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, in cooperation with his personal envoy for the Sahara, making it clear that this commitment is based on the same frame of reference set out earlier. Indeed, the Monarch noted, the recent resolutions of the UN Security Council and the African Union Summit confirm, without any doubt, that the UN has exclusive authority to manage the political process relating to the Sahara issue. The exile ignited a fierce resistance that ended only in 1955 after Morocco recovered its independence and the Royal family returned home. “Although it took place in difficult circumstances, it was an enlightening revolution. It taught Moroccans the true meaning of patriotism and helped us move forward,” the King said.

Source: The North Africa Journal August 20, 2018 23:03 UTC