The Council of the Socialist International has voiced backing to the UN-brokered efforts seeking to reach “a peaceful, pragmatic and mutually acceptable political solution” to the Sahara issue. This resolution has recognized Algeria’s key role and direct involvement in the Sahara issue as the country arms, hosts and backs the Polisario separatist front diplomatically. The Socialist International welcomed the 1st roundtable meeting held in Geneva Dec.5-6 on the Sahara that brought together Morocco, Algeria, Mauritania, and the Polisario. The roundtable was convened at the initiative of the Personal Envoy of the UN Secretary General for the Sahara, Horst Köhler. On Tuesday (Jan.29), Köhler informed the Security Council about his plans to advance the UN-led political process and convene a second roundtable in March.

Source: The North Africa Journal January 31, 2019 12:45 UTC