Jordan opened his consulate in Moroccan Sahara
On Thursday, Jordan Foreign Minister, Ayman al-Safadi opened his country’s consulate in Laayoune in Moroccan. This step makes the consulate the 20th task to be opened in the region in two years.
Indeed, Safadi and the Moroccan Minister, Nasser Bourita, were present in the inauguration ceremony where many local officials participated. Bourita stated that the decision by Jordan’s King Abdullah II to open the consulate in Laayoune proves Amman’s support for Rabat and all the procedures that it takes to defend its national interests, territorial unity and security.
He also said that Jordan and Morocco have currently opened a new chapter in their historic ties, adding that the fact of opening consulates and diplomatic missions in the Sahara demonstrates international support to Morocco’s position in this regional disagreement.
Bourita also showed Rabat’s determination to advance in developing Jordanian-Moroccan ties, and thus they could become an example for what inter-Arab ties should be.
On his part, Safadi stated that opening of the consulate in Laayoune is a reflection of the firm ties between the two kingdoms. He affirmed that they share a united vision towards regional subjects; with the Palestinian issue is a top priority, adding: We are working with Morocco to achieve fair and permanent peace in the region.
