Germany has reaffirmed its position that the autonomy plan proposed by Morocco in 2007, under Moroccan sovereignty, is the only viable solution to the Western Sahara dispute. This was stated in a joint communiqué issued on May 1, 2026, following talks between German and Moroccan officials in Berlin.
The German government emphasized the centrality of the autonomy initiative, which it considers a serious and credible effort by Morocco to resolve the long-standing conflict. The statement also called for a resumption of UN-led negotiations to reach a mutually acceptable political solution.
This reaffirmation aligns with the growing international support for Morocco's autonomy plan, which has been endorsed by several countries, including the United States, France, and Spain. The UN has also described the plan as a serious and credible proposal.
