On July 20, 2026, Romania officially declared its support for Morocco's autonomy plan for the Western Sahara region, considering it a serious and credible basis for resolving the long-standing dispute. The announcement was made during a joint press conference in Rabat by Romanian Foreign Minister Bogdan Aurescu and his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita.
The Romanian position aligns with a growing number of countries that back Morocco's proposal for a negotiated political solution under Moroccan sovereignty. The autonomy plan, first presented by Morocco in 2007, aims to grant the region self-governance while maintaining Morocco's territorial integrity.
Romania's decision is seen as a diplomatic boost for Morocco, which has been seeking broader international recognition for its stance on Western Sahara. The move also strengthens bilateral relations between Romania and Morocco, with both countries expressing interest in enhancing economic and political cooperation.
No official reaction from the Polisario Front or Algeria, which supports the Sahrawi independence movement, has been reported as of July 21, 2026. The United Nations continues to mediate efforts toward a lasting political solution.
