This Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Ghana announced the suspension of its recognition of the so-called “SADR”. This decision marks a significant turning point in the African context, confirming the gradual weakening of the last supporters of this puppet entity. It also represents a serious setback for the enemies of Morocco’s territorial integrity, further consolidating the legitimacy of the Kingdom’s position on this issue.
Ghana, a leading player on the African continent, took a major decision on Tuesday January 7, 2025 by suspending its recognition of the pseudo “sadr”. This highly symbolic gesture reflects the strategic realignment of this country in favor of the territorial integrity of Morocco, a subject on which the Kingdom continues to achieve victories.
This suspension also constitutes a real snub for the enemies of the territorial integrity of the Kingdom and confirms the relevance of the Moroccan approach in resolving this artificial regional dispute which has now lasted for half a century.
A decisive step in the evolution of the Moroccan Sahara question
“This decision by Ghana to suspend its relations with the pseudo “sadr” marks a decisive step in the evolution of the question of the Moroccan Sahara on the African continent, testifying to the strength and relevance of the Royal diplomacy carried out under the enlightened impulse of King Mohammed VI »indicates to Hespress FR the professor of economic, social and political sciences at Mohammed V University, Dr Talal Cherkaoui.
This act, which comes in a context of reassessment of diplomatic positions on a continental and international scale, “illustrates a growing awareness of the international community, and more particularly of African nations, as to the illegitimacy and artificial nature of this entity, manufactured in the mysteries of a Cold War now over”underlines the professor.
Ghana, he continues, “a key regional power in West Africa and a model of democratic stability on the continent, sends a strong signal through this decision, thus affirming its commitment to pragmatic and viable solutions for the development of Africa, rather than aligning with obsolete ideologies that unnecessarily divide the continent”.
A diplomatic turnaround
This diplomatic turnaround by Ghana is, in the opinion of Dr Talal Cherkaoui, part of an underlying trend, initiated and amplified by the Moroccan strategy, which was able to combine, with remarkable intelligence, solid legal arguments, economic initiatives innovative and constant work to forge deep cultural and historical ties with its African partners.
“Under the visionary leadership of King Mohammed VI, Morocco has undertaken, since its triumphant return to the African Union in 2017, to consolidate its position as a key player in African development, by promoting South-South cooperation. sincere and placing the continent at the heart of its priorities”says the professor.
Ghana, which benefits from a flourishing bilateral relationship with Morocco, particularly through economic partnerships in the sectors of agriculture, infrastructure and renewable energies, perfectly illustrates this win-win dynamic.
“This strategic rapprochement has undoubtedly contributed to strengthening a mutual understanding of the issues linked to the territorial integrity of Morocco and the undeniable advantages of the Moroccan proposal for autonomy, described by the international community as “serious”, “credible” and “ realistic” he said.
Diplomatic victory with resounding international resonance
Furthermore, this diplomatic victory, believes Dr Talal Cherkaoui, is not limited to the African continent, but finds a resounding echo on the international scene, particularly in Latin America, where several countries, such as Panama and Ecuador, have recently decided to put an end to their recognition of the pseudo “sadr”, further consolidating the legitimacy of Moroccan sovereignty over its Sahara.
“These successive withdrawals of recognition, which affect regions as diverse as Africa, Latin America and Europe, reflect an irreversible trend: that of the global disavowal of an entity devoid of any legal, historical or political basis, and the growing adherence to a vision of peace, stability and prosperity embodied by Morocco”supports the professor.
This evolution, made possible by Royal diplomacy, “also demonstrates the growing isolation of Algeria, the main support of the pseudo “SADR”, which persists in clinging to an ideological utopia inherited from a bygone era, in defiance of current realities”he also notes.
Towards a broader review of positions within the region
Ghana’s position is of particular importance, not only because of its political and economic weight in West Africa, but also because it opens the way to a broader review of positions within the region, where many countries could follow this example in the years to come.
“This trend is based on the obvious observation that support for the pseudo “SADR” fuels unnecessary divisions within the African Union and slows down the dynamics of continental development. By distancing itself from the pseudo “SADR”, Ghana is also strengthening its role on the African scene, by choosing to align itself with pragmatic and forward-looking solutions, such as that proposed by Morocco, which puts the emphasis on economic integration and human development »explains Dr Talal Cherkaoui.
Thus, the work accomplished by Moroccan diplomacy, under the enlightened leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, goes far beyond the framework of the defense of national interests, by actively contributing to the stability and progress of the African continent.
“The coming years will undoubtedly see an acceleration of this movement of withdrawal of recognition of the pseudo “SADR”, in Africa as elsewhere, leaving Algeria, its main support, more and more isolated in its obstinacy in defending a chimera incompatible with the current aspirations of African nations. Morocco, for its part, will continue to promote its model of sincere cooperation, sustainable development and continental unity, affirming its place as a trusted partner and pillar of stability in Africa and beyond.concludes the expert.
