Denmark’s formalized position, Thursday, September 26, in favor of the Moroccan autonomy initiative for the Sahara marks a significant leap in the international dynamic of support for Morocco’s sovereignty. The Scandinavian kingdom, located south of Finland and part of the Nordic nations, officially recognized the plan proposed by Morocco in 2007 as a serious and credible contribution to the political process led by the UN.
This development is all the more notable as it is no longer limited to southern European countries, such as Spain or France, but is becoming an undeniable international trajectory. Denmark’s support thus strengthens Morocco’s diplomatic weight in this matter. Beyond simple recognition, this new Danish announcement aligns Copenhagen with other world capitals that support the Moroccan vision of a peaceful settlement under the sovereignty of Rabat. This confirms the transition from a southern European trend towards a true global positioning. Morocco’s cause also ensures increased legitimacy within international bodies. This approach reflects, in passing, a notable change in the approach of the Nordic countries with regard to the Sahara question, thus confirming the international scope of the Moroccan autonomy plan.
Denmark had not until now taken such a clear direction on the Sahara question. The support of a nation located in the north of Europe, known for its diplomatic weight and its international commitments, gives Morocco moral and political support of another scale. Furthermore, other Nordic countries are starting to review their approach to the Saharan issue. Sweden, for example, also seems to adopt a more pragmatic attitude.
A decision of great magnitude
Danish support could also have positive economic benefits for Morocco. Denmark is a key player in several economic areas, including renewable energy, green technologies, and sustainable resource management. Closer alignment between the two countries could pave the way for strategic partnerships in these sectors, particularly in the southern provinces, which Morocco intends to develop economically through investments in solar, wind, and other projects. of scale.
By recognizing the autonomy plan as a serious and credible contribution, Denmark is also sending a strong signal to the United Nations. The support of a Nordic country for the Moroccan approach strengthens the legitimacy of the autonomy plan in this framework. This could encourage other European and non-European nations to review their own copy and rally around the Moroccan approach.
According to Barlamane.com’s sources, the Danish announcement could accelerate the transformation of the Sahara issue into an international consensus. While the United States already recognized Moroccan sovereignty over this territory in 2020, several Arab and African countries, as well as some South American nations, are also following this path. The Danish decision is therefore part of a continuation in favor of Moroccan sovereignty over this region.
Danish support for Morocco could also encourage other European countries to come out in favor of Rabat, while opening new prospects for bilateral cooperation in strategic sectors. Denmark, by taking the side of Morocco, will undoubtedly contribute to the emergence of a new vigor which will punctuate this issue, which will put an end to Algerian and separatist inaction.
