The relationship between France and Morocco “at a moment of renewal” after 18 months of tensions
The heads of French and Moroccan diplomacy signaled this February 26, 2024 in Rabat their desire to turn the page on recent diplomatic crises between the two countries and to establish an “
exceptional
” renewed partnership with “
mutual respect
”.
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Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita (right) and his French counterpart Stéphane Séjourne attending a joint press conference following their meeting in Rabat, February 26, 2024. AFP - FADEL SENNA
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With our correspondent in Rabat,
Victor Mauriat
After 18 months of tensions, France and
Morocco
officially resume dialogue.
This February 26, 2024, Stéphane Séjourné and Nasser Bourita, the two Ministers of Foreign Affairs, met in Rabat in the morning.
A moment of “ sincere
” exchange
, explain the two men, who assure that they want to build new relationships together.
Pegasus political espionage affair, visa crisis between the two countries, media controversies after the earthquake of September 8, 2023 in Morocco: at a press conference, French and Moroccans put aside past differences to show the color of a new page in the history of their relationship.
“
Our relationship is at a moment of renewal
”
Nasser Bourita affirms: “
Our relationship is at a moment of renewal and development in terms of content, approaches and actors, to be in line with developments occurring on the international scene and with the changes experienced by both countries. country.
»
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If the attitude is not particularly warm, the essential is said.
On the sensitive issue of Western Sahara, Stéphane Séjourné assures Morocco of France's support: “
It is an existential issue for Morocco, we know that.
An autonomy plan presented by Morocco has been on the table since 2007 now.
Morocco can count on the clear and constant support of France for this plan.
Now is the time to move forward and I will personally see to it.
»
The Shereef Kingdom asks its partners to be clear about its sovereignty in the region, but it is satisfied today with this response, especially as the head of French diplomacy promises more investments and cultural cooperation in the service of the populations of the region.
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