Rabat, Morocco – Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received in Rabat an Italian parliamentary delegation supporting the autonomy initiative for the Moroccan Sahara.
This is part of a working visit to the Kingdom that will continue until October 28,
coinciding with the celebrations of the fiftieth anniversary.
To the Green March and the 200th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Morocco and Italy.
The delegation was headed by Ettore Rosato,
Deputy Secretary General of the Italian Labour Party,
Which described the Moroccan autonomy plan as a “long-term peace proposal”,
Stressing that the UN Security Council’s upcoming resolution
on October 30 could contribute to “building a lasting peace.”
The Italian parliamentary mission included members from different parties,
Including the Five Star Movement, Lega d’Italia and Forza Italia,
During the visit, they discussed ways to enhance academic
and economic cooperation between the two countries.
This is in the fields of renewable energy, healthcare, tourism and vocational training.
The delegation also met with the Speaker of the Moroccan House
of Representatives, Rachid Talbi El Alami,
In the presence of the Moroccan Ambassador to Rome, Youssef Bella,
to discuss strengthening parliamentary cooperation and exchanging expertise.
In addition to learning about the strategic projects and institutional reforms implemented by the Kingdom,
The role of King Mohammed VI in supporting stability
and strengthening the territorial integrity of African countries.
The Italian delegation’s visit also included the city of Laayoune,
He praised the “developmental dynamic,” advanced infrastructure,
and social investments launched by Moroccan authorities in recent years.
Rosato stressed that the aim of the visit is to strengthen
bilateral parliamentary relations with Morocco.
Affirming his country’s respect for UN Security Council resolutions on the issue of Western Sahara,
Noting that cooperation based on mutual respect remains key
to enhancing dialogue between the two countries in all sectors.
