Canada has officially aligned with Morocco's position on the Western Sahara dispute, supporting the autonomy plan proposed by Rabat. The announcement was made on April 28, 2026, following a phone call between Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Indira Anand and her Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita.
In a statement, Global Affairs Canada said the decision reflects Canada's view that the autonomy plan is a credible and serious proposal for a negotiated political solution. The move marks a shift from Canada's previous neutral stance on the issue.
The Western Sahara conflict has been ongoing for decades, with Morocco controlling most of the territory and the Polisario Front seeking independence. The United Nations has been mediating talks, but no final agreement has been reached.
Canada's new position aligns it with the United States and several European countries that have endorsed Morocco's autonomy plan. The Polisario Front has criticized the decision, calling it a violation of international law.
