French Ambassador to Morocco Christophe Lecourtier has hailed the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797 on the Moroccan Sahara as “a historic turning point” in the final settlement of the long-standing regional dispute.
Speaking on Wednesday on M’hamed Bhiri’s program “Inter Matin” broadcast on Chaîne Inter, Lecourtier described October 31 — the day the resolution was adopted — as “a historic date” and said it was a great privilege to witness this moment.
“As a diplomat, it was a great privilege to witness this historic resolution. I have been a committed witness to everything that has happened in recent years,” the ambassador said enthusiastically.
Lecourtier underlined that “France is delighted with Morocco’s success under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI,” praising the Kingdom’s growing influence and the strong cooperation between Rabat and Paris across multiple sectors.
Reaffirming France’s consistent position, the ambassador reiterated his country’s support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and the Autonomy Initiative under Moroccan sovereignty, which Paris views as a credible and realistic solution to the dispute.
He also emphasized French President Emmanuel Macron’s commitment to this process, stating, “France stands by Morocco just as Morocco stood by France.”
On bilateral cooperation, Lecourtier said France intends to continue strengthening ties with the Kingdom, recalling President Macron’s recent state visit to Morocco and the long-term agenda agreed upon to address common challenges over the next two decades.
The French diplomat further praised Morocco’s “African vision,” particularly its engagement with the Sahel and Sub-Saharan regions, stressing that “in the southern provinces of the Kingdom, there is a destiny not only for Morocco but also for Africa.”
He added that France “fully subscribes” to this vision, viewing it as “a great opportunity for these provinces, for Africa, and for France in its relations with the continent.”
