Guinea-Bissau has renewed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara territory following high-level diplomatic talks held in Rabat between the two countries’ foreign ministers. Guinea-Bissau’s Foreign Minister João Bernardo Vieira reaffirmed his country’s “firm and constant” backing for Morocco’s territorial integrity during a joint briefing with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita. Vieira also endorsed Morocco’s autonomy proposal for Western Sahara, describing it as the only credible and realistic basis for resolving the long-running regional dispute. The minister welcomed United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797, adopted on October 31, 2025, which he said recognizes Morocco’s autonomy initiative as a serious and lasting framework for a political solution under Moroccan sovereignty.
Western Sahara remains one of Africa’s longest-running territorial disputes. Morocco controls most of the territory, while the Algeria-backed Polisario Front seeks independence for the region. Morocco has increasingly gained diplomatic support from African, Arab and Western countries for its autonomy plan, which proposes limited self-rule under Moroccan sovereignty. During the talks, Vieira also praised Morocco’s role in promoting regional stability, dialogue and international cooperation, highlighting the strong historical and strategic relationship between Rabat and Bissau. Both countries pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation and maintain close coordination on regional and international issues, including economic development, security and diplomatic partnerships. The meeting reflects Morocco’s continued diplomatic campaign to strengthen international backing for its position on Western Sahara, particularly among African nations.
