Benin reaffirms support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara region

The Republic of Benin has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over the Sahara region, describing the Moroccan Autonomy Plan as the only credible and realistic solution to the long-running dispute.

Benin reaffirmed its “firm and steadfast” position in support of Morocco’s sovereignty over its entire territory, including the Sahara region.

The meeting was co-chaired by Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, and Benin’s Minister of Foreign Affairs with responsibility for the Integration of People of African Descent, Corinne Amori Brunet.