United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has released his report to the Security Council on the Sahara, emphasizing the need for Algeria’s strengthened commitment to achieving a political solution to the long-standing regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara.
The UN Secretary-General’s report welcomed recent signals from Morocco in favor of open dialogue with Algeria. It specifically cited the Throne Speech of July 29, 2025, in which King Mohammed VI reaffirmed Morocco’s willingness to engage with Algiers in a “frank, responsible, fraternal, and sincere” spirit.
Mr. Guterres reiterated that neighboring states, foremost among them Algeria, have “a crucial role to play in achieving a solution” to the dispute, noting that a resolution would also strengthen their own security and development prospects.
However, the UN chief observed that “despite declarations of intent,” there has been no “concrete improvement” in Algerian-Moroccan relations. He called on both countries to “renew their efforts” toward regional cooperation, deeming it an essential condition for lasting peace in the Maghreb.
The report also highlighted the King of Morocco’s desire for a “consensual solution that saves face for all parties, where there will be neither winner nor loser.” Morocco reportedly reiterated this stance to the UN Personal Envoy, Staffan de Mistura, and called for the resumption of negotiations within a framework that includes all concerned parties, specifically naming Algeria.
MK/te/fss/abj/APA