Algiers, Algeria – Ahmed Ataf, Algeria’s Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, received Mohamed Salem Beiset, Minister of Foreign Affairs and African Affairs of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, today at the International Conference Center in Algiers.
According to a statement released by the Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the two ministers exchanged views and analyses regarding the latest developments in the Western Sahara issue. Discussions focused particularly on the means and prospects of enabling the Sahrawi people to exercise their right to self-determination.
The ministers reaffirmed the importance of adhering to relevant United Nations resolutions, including Resolution 2703, recently adopted by the UN Security Council. They emphasized the need for a peaceful and just resolution to the long-standing conflict, ensuring the Sahrawi people are afforded their inalienable rights.
This meeting underscores Algeria’s continued commitment to supporting the Sahrawi cause and facilitating dialogue towards a lasting settlement. Further details regarding specific initiatives discussed were not immediately available.
The Western Sahara dispute remains a critical issue in the region, and Algeria plays a significant role in advocating for a solution aligned with international law and the principles of self-determination.
