The Independent highlights a significant shift in the UK's foreign policy under Keir Starmer towards supporting Morocco's claim over the disputed Western Sahara region, marking a departure from decades of neutrality. This alignment with Morocco, Israel, France, and Germany comes in exchange for economic deals that favor British companies involved in major infrastructure projects, such as those related to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The move raises questions about geopolitical stakes and the long-standing tensions involving the Polisario Front, advocating for independence since 1975.
The UK government has announced a shift in foreign policy towards Africa, supporting Morocco's claim to disputed Western Sahara in exchange for economic advantages.
This significant policy change ends decades of UK neutrality in the long-standing dispute over Western Sahara, involving complex geopolitical interests and economic incentives.
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