Paris, France – The 49th conference of the European Coordination of Support for the Sahrawi People (EUCOCO) concluded in Paris this Saturday, following two days of discussions and workshops.
The conference featured several workshops on its second and final day, including sessions focused on “Respect for the Fundamental Rights of the Sahrawi People: The Responsibility of the International Community,” “The Return of EUCOCO Field Workshops,” “Citizen Mobilization in Europe: The Example of Marches in France and Spain and 50 Years of Solidarity,” and a “Strategic Discussion: Prospects for Solidarity.”
Participants, including parliamentarians, trade unionists, and civil society actors, addressed various aspects of the Sahrawi issue. They reiterated their support for the cause and praised Algeria’s continued efforts in supporting the Sahrawi people’s struggle for self-determination and independence.
Amar Takjout, head of the General Union of Algerian Workers, sent a message to the participants calling on the international community, European institutions, trade union organizations, and human rights defenders to strengthen their mobilization for the full implementation of UN resolutions.
Mohamed Henni, a member of the People’s National Assembly and a member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the National Community Abroad, emphasized the importance of reactivating the international parliamentary network to provide greater support for the Sahrawi cause.
The conference concluded with the reading of recommendations from the parliamentary meeting workshops and EUCOCO’s work, followed by a closing statement from the conference president, Pierre Galand.
The annual EUCOCO conference is considered the main international gathering for solidarity with the Sahrawi people. For over 30 years, it has brought together hundreds of activists, human rights defenders, non-governmental organizations, trade unions, researchers, and elected officials from around the world. The Algerian National Committee for Solidarity with the Sahrawi People plays a prominent role in coordinating solidarity efforts and developing a plan of action and support for the Sahrawi people.
