Morocco’s minister of foreign affairs, Nasser Bourita called today for moving forward to the next stages following the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the importance of respecting the truce agreement, which he described as a crucial first step toward a broader resolution of the ongoing crisis.
In his speech at the opening of the sixth session of the Moroccan-Yemeni Joint Committee on Friday, Bourita said “Morocco hopes that the ceasefire in Gaza will serve as an opportunity to move toward a new approach that resolves this crisis.”
After reiterating Morocco’s stance on the Palestinian issue, as articulated by King Mohammed VI, Bourita stressed “the need to move toward new phases that contribute to the establishment of a Palestinian state,” underscoring the importance of progressing beyond the ceasefire into more meaningful steps for peace.
He also expanded his comments to the crises in Sudan and Lebanon, stressing that “Rabat is keen on ensuring political dialogue between all parties, safeguarding the sovereignty of both countries, and ending foreign interventions.”
He added, “Unfortunately, the Arab situation is tense, while the people of the region are in urgent need of stability and development.”
Turning to Yemen, Bourita reaffirmed Morocco’s position, saying, “Morocco stands by Yemen’s territorial unity, considers the Presidential Council as the legitimate authority, rejects foreign interventions, and supports reaching a peaceful political solution in line with relevant UN Security Council resolutions, the Gulf initiatives, and the outcomes of the national dialogue in Yemen.”
He also observed that the year 2016 had complicated the development of bilateral relations between Morocco and Yemen, but noted that “there is an opportunity to revive this partnership through new agreements and the renewal of those signed decades ago.”
Bourita went on to describe Moroccan-Yemeni relations as “historic and strong, with a strategic partnership that dates back to the 1960s.” This long-standing partnership, he said, remains a foundation for future collaboration.
In response, Yemeni Foreign Minister Sha’if Mohsen Al-Zindani reiterated Yemen’s unwavering support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, declaring, “Yemen has always been clear regarding Morocco’s territorial integrity.”
He also praised the trajectory of bilateral relations, which have evolved since their establishment in the 1960s, highlighting the strength of the ties between the two nations.
Al-Zindani also condemned the Houthi militias, labeling them a threat to the stability of the entire region, stating that their actions represent a serious destabilizing force.
The two countries signed a series of joint agreements on Friday, primarily aimed at strengthening vocational training, academic exchange, and other areas of shared interest.
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