Brazil commended Morocco’s “serious and credible efforts” to move forward on the issue, specifically within the framework of the autonomy initiative presented in 2007. This announcement follows a bilateral declaration signed on Friday, June 7th, by Nasser Bourita, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, and his Brazilian counterpart, Mauro Vieira, who was on an official visit.
As the upcoming president of the UN Security Council in October 2023, Brazil reaffirmed its support for the UN’s endeavors to resolve the Western Sahara issue. This position aligns with relevant UN resolutions seeking a mutually agreed-upon political solution.
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