Essaouira:Moroccan Foreign Minister recently held talks with his French counterpart in the city of Essaouira. The meeting was part of the "reinforced exceptional partnership," an agreement signed by King Mohammed VI of Morocco and French President Emmanuel Macron on October 28, 2024.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, during the discussions, the ministers emphasized the positive momentum and robust ties of friendship and cooperation between Morocco and France. These ties align with the shared commitment of King Mohammed VI and President Macron.

The ministers reviewed various cooperation aspects, including political, economic, cultural, and humanitarian fields, and explored ways to deepen these relations further. They expressed their converging views on regional and international issues, particularly regarding the Middle East situation and the goal of achieving a just, global, and lasting peace in the region.

Both officials highlighted the quality of ties built on trust and agreed to continue coordinating on strategic priorities. Their efforts aim to support peace, stability, and development in regions such as the Maghreb, the Sahel, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East.

During the meeting, the French minister reiterated France's unwavering stance on the Moroccan Sahara issue, supporting Moroccan sovereignty. He reaffirmed France's backing of the Moroccan autonomy initiative as the sole basis for negotiations to settle the dispute over the Moroccan Sahara, consistent with France's position at the UN Security Council meeting on October 30, 2026.