Franco-Moroccan Group Urges France to Recognize Morocco’s Sahara Claim

These Franco-Moroccans, who consider themselves "the children of an addition, the fruit of human, geographical and historical mixing," have asked France to recognize Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara "because it is just, legitimate and the direction of the future." "We are an opportunity, we are an asset, we are a bridge: rich in a dual culture, in positive diversity, in tributaries from both sides of the Mediterranean, we are the bearers of mixed values, innovative perspectives, hope... of Peace!" they stated in the letter.

The signatories of this letter believe that as "products of the union of the two countries," they cannot remain indifferent to "the aspiration of [their] country of origin to its unity." That is why they call on France, which has always benefited from Morocco’s support, "to take the long-awaited step." "Our position allows us, without betraying or denying anything of what we are, to take this positive, constructive, innovative approach..." they affirmed, adding that the outcome of this "heartfelt" initiative "will be another milestone, placed on the path of an already so rich common journey" for them, for Morocco and for France.