UK backs Morocco's claim to disputed Western Sahara
The UK now recognises Morocco 's claim to the disputed Western Sahara, aligning with countries like Israel, France, and Germany.
This shift in UK foreign policy is part of a new economic partnership with Morocco, aimed at giving British companies priority in infrastructure projects, including those for the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
The economic deal is expected to unlock contracts worth around £33bn over the next three years in sectors like water, health, and trade, including a £1.2bn Casablanca airport project.
The partnership includes collaboration on Morocco's national healthcare transformation, potentially creating opportunities for the UK health sector and a new £150m hospital project.
Foreign Secretary David Lammy said that endorsing autonomy within the Moroccan state is the most viable solution to the Western Sahara dispute, supporting conflict resolution and self-determination while strengthening the UK's economic ties with Morocco.
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