Satloff told MAP that Israel’s State decision is a welcome step that follows the lead of US policy and enhances momentum for a peaceful resolution of the artificial conflict on the Moroccan Sahara.
Noting that the resolution of this regional dispute inevitably goes through the Autonomy initiative under Moroccan sovereignty, the American expert highlighted the growing international support for this solution which advocates peace, stability and prosperity in the region.
Moreover, this decision contributes to strengthening ties between two of Washington’s closest partners, which itself is a positive contribution to regional peace and security, he added.
A statement issued Monday by the Royal Office said that HM King Mohammed VI has received a letter from the Prime Minister of the State of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, in which the Israeli Prime Minister brought to the Very High Attention of the Sovereign the decision of the State of Israel to ‘recognize the sovereignty of Morocco over the territory of Western Sahara.’
In this respect, the Israeli Prime Minister stressed that his country’s position will be ‘reflected in all relevant acts and documents of the Israeli Government.’
He also underlined that the decision would be forwarded to the United Nations, to regional and international organizations of which Israel is a member, and to all countries with which Israel maintains diplomatic relations.
In his letter to the Sovereign, the Israeli Prime Minister pointed out that his country is positively examining “the opening of a consulate in the city of Dakhla,” as part of the implementation of this state decision.
