Switzerland supports Morocco's autonomy initiative for the Sahara
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Switzerland has expressed support for Morocco's autonomy initiative for the Sahara, as stated in a joint communication adopted by Ignazio Cassis, Federal Councillor, Vice President of the Swiss Confederation, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs, and Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates. This position was articulated during Mr. Bourita's working visit to Bern. The joint document also highlights Switzerland's commendation of Security Council Resolution 2797, which suggests that "genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty could constitute one of the most feasible solutions." Switzerland also reiterated its support for the central role of the United Nations and the efforts of the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General. This reaffirmed support aligns with a growing international consensus. Mr. Cassis described Morocco, under the guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, as a "key partner for Switzerland on the southern shore of the Mediterranean and in the African continent." Following their meeting, both officials expressed satisfaction with the progress made on objectives set in their December 2021 joint declaration, reaffirmed in June 2023. They reviewed advancements in trade, investments, climate and renewable energies, judicial assistance, training, and social security. Additionally, Mr. Cassis and Mr. Bourita welcomed the launch of a Swiss economic cooperation program in Morocco, funded by the State Secreta
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