President Emmanuel Macron reiterated France’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara region as he addressed the country’s parliament in Rabat on Tuesday, stating that this was the only framework for the territory’s “present and future”.

French President Emmanuel Macron, on Tuesday reiterated his country's support for Morocco's sovereignty over its Sahara at a joint session of the two Houses of the Moroccan Parliament. “And I reaffirm it here before you.

French President Emmanuel Macron is in Morocco this Monday for a three-day state visit hosted by King Mohammed VI. The visit aims to strengthen ties after years of tension between the two nations, particularly over France’s stance on the disputed Western Sahara.