US Efforts to Revive Western Sahara Talks
Key Questions
What steps is the US taking to revive Western Sahara negotiations?
The US is consulting former Ambassador Elizabeth Moore Aubin to push for new talks ahead of a UN decision. Efforts include solidifying support for Morocco and proposing phosphate duty cuts as economic incentives to break the deadlock.
Who is Elizabeth Moore Aubin in the context of Western Sahara talks?
Elizabeth Moore Aubin is the former US Ambassador to Algiers, whose expertise Washington is seeking to revive negotiations on Western Sahara. Her involvement aims to facilitate dialogue amid ongoing tensions.
How has the Polisario Front responded to recent US diplomatic actions?
The Polisario Front condemned a US Ambassador’s visit to Dajla, viewing it as undermining the peace process in Western Sahara. They see such moves as favoring Morocco's position.
US consulting ex-Ambassador Elizabeth Moore Aubin, pushing negotiations ahead of UN decision, solidifying Morocco support. Ambassador's Dakhla visit condemned by Polisario; Senate bill (S.4418) proposes phosphate duty cuts. Aims to break deadlock with economic incentives.