Kenya has officially backed Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara, shifting from its support of the SADR.
This announcement occurred during Foreign Minister Mudavadi’s embassy opening in Rabat.
Kenya views Morocco’s proposal as the “only credible and realistic solution” to the dispute.
Mudavadi stated this aligns with Kenya’s focus on pragmatic partnerships and economic cooperation.
This reverses Kenya’s 2005 recognition of the SADR and subsequent close ties.
Under Ruto’s administration, Kenya prioritizes stronger ties with Morocco, emphasizing trade.
Kenya and Morocco signed five memoranda of understanding on various sectors.
Morocco agreed to fast-track phosphate and fertilizer exports to Kenya.
Nairobi aims to increase tea, coffee, and fresh produce exports in return.
Kenya also supports Morocco’s initiative for Sahel nations’ access to Atlantic ports.
The Western Sahara remains a point of conflict between Morocco and the Polisario Front.
