Morocco's Autonomy Plan Gains US Backing Amid Sahara Tensions
Economy
The US ambassador to Morocco, Duke Buchan, reaffirmed on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Washington's strategic stance on the Sahara dossier.
In a post published on X, the diplomat highlighted the recent actions of the Polisario movement as "violences" that have sparked a resounding international condemnation.
Buchan emphasized that the Polisario's systematic refusal to engage seriously "threatens the progress made." He reiterated the US's unwavering support for Morocco's sovereignty through its autonomy plan, stating that "the US remains committed to promoting peace through Morocco's autonomy proposal." The diplomat shifted the responsibility for any deadlock to the Polisario and its supporters, asserting that "peace requires partners willing to negotiate towards a better future." This stance sends a strong signal to the UN Security Council: for the US, the time for half-measures is over, and a swift implementation of a realistic political solution under Moroccan sovereignty is necessary.
The Moroccan government's bond sale, launched on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, raised 2.25 billion euros.
The country's gaming and eSport industry is also thriving, with the 3rd edition of the gaming and eSport salon, held under the patronage of King Mohammed VI, taking place from May 20 to 24, 2026.
The event focuses on "Talent Marocain," tournaments, professional forums, and B2B spaces to structure a rapidly growing national ecosystem.
The Moroccan government's efforts to promote the industry have been successful, with over 1,000 participants taking part in a 5 km run with 12 obstacles in Marrakech, the country's spiritual capital, on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
The event was organized with the support of Ewane – Groupe CDG, the APSEM, Aïn Atlas, and Opel.
Two Moroccan organizations, "Touche pas à mon enfant" and the Collectif Dounia, have spoken out against videos they deem inciteful of child exploitation under the guise of marriage.
They have called for a judicial investigation into the matter.
The O Tower company, responsible for the Mohammed VI tower, has undergone a change in governance, with Zouhair El Kaissi replacing Mounir Chraibi Hasseini as deputy general manager and Khalid Nasr becoming the new permanent representative of Bank of Africa within the company.
In Rabat, Guinea-Bissau has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Morocco's territorial integrity and sovereignty, including the Sahara region, as well as its backing for the autonomy initiative, the only credible and realistic solution to the regional dispute.
The Moroccan economy continues to grow, with the country's business, market, data, and economic analysis news available in real-time on this platform.
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