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In a statement to MAP, Mr. Dahan indicated that this decision, which was expected in the wake of the positive dynamic which marks bilateral relations and within the framework of the diplomatic successes achieved by Morocco under the leadership of HM the King Mohammed VI, will further strengthen economic and social relations, particularly in the southern provinces of the Kingdom.
The planned opening of an Israeli consulate in Dakhla will not fail to promote investments, trade and tourism in this very rich and very important region that is the Moroccan Sahara, he noted, noting that the The announcement of the opening of this diplomatic representation constitutes a strong economic signal confirming the importance of Dakhla as a regional hub.
Mr. Dahan also welcomed the win-win partnership between Morocco and Israel, marked by the signing of a multitude of agreements and conventions for the strengthening of cooperation in various areas, for the benefit of both parties.
Furthermore, he indicated that Israelis of Moroccan origin, who constitute a significant component of the Israeli population, attach great interest to the cause of the Moroccan Sahara which they have always supported, noting that their defense of territorial integrity of the Kingdom reflects their strong attachment to their country of origin.
A press release from the Royal Cabinet announced, Monday, that His Majesty King Mohammed VI received a letter from the Prime Minister of the State of Israel, Benyamin Netanyahu by which he brought to the Very High Attention of the Sovereign the decision of his country to recognize Morocco’s sovereignty over its Sahara.
In this regard, the Israeli Prime Minister indicated that this position of his country will be “reflected in all relevant acts and documents of the Israeli Government.” He further stressed that the said decision will be “transmitted to the United Nations, regional and international organizations of which Israel is a member, as well as to all countries with which Israel maintains diplomatic relations.”
In his letter to the Sovereign, the Israeli Prime Minister informed that Israel is positively examining “the opening of a Consulate in the city of Dakhla”, as part of the implementation of this state decision.
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