The three pillars of French engagement in the Saharan provinces

President Macron's recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in July 2024 is now entering the operational phase. Following his speech to the Moroccan Parliament and the signing of numerous agreements, here are the three main areas of action France is focusing on in the Saharan provinces.

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UN Security Council postpones vote on Sahara resolution

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France updates official map of Morocco to include the Sahara

President Macron : «Our position on the Sahara is not hostile to anyone»

Sahara issue : Egyptian President’s stance disappoints Algeria’s Tebboune

Sahara : At the UN, the USA and France reject Algeria's amendments to the draft resolution

The Biden administration's draft resolution on the Sahara issue has been reviewed by the «Club of Friends of Western Sahara» and is now being discussed by the UN Security Council, with Algeria unsuccessfully pushing for amendments on human rights monitoring and a direct negotiation format.

Morocco, Russia eye new Sahara fishing deal Post-EU rulings

Sahara : US draft resolution emphasizes Algeria's role

A draft resolution presented to the UN Security Council this week by the United States emphasizes Algeria's role in resolving the Western Sahara issue. The text is expected to be adopted by the 15-member council on October 30.