Morocco highlighted the commitment of King Mohammed VI, Chairperson of the Al-Quds Committee, in support of the Palestinian cause during the hearings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ).
This is part of the case requesting an advisory opinion on the legal consequences arising from Israel's policies and practices in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem.
The Kingdom, represented by the ambassador of HM the King in The Hague, Mohamed Basri, participated in these ICJ hearings taking place from February 19 to 29.
In this context, the Moroccan ambassador attended in support of the oral presentation of Palestine, which took place on February 19, alongside the Palestinian delegation, led by Riyad Al Maliki, Palestinian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates.
Morocco's presence at the oral pleadings in this case is part of the Kingdom's ongoing active commitment to this issue.
In the same case, Morocco submitted a written plea to the ICJ, duly taken into account by the Court.
In this plea, the Kingdom of Morocco, whose Sovereign is the Chairperson of the Al-Quds Committee of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), reaffirmed its determination to "work through all legal means at its disposal to protect the legal, historical, political, and spiritual status of the Holy City and preserve its unique vocation as a city of peace and meeting for the faithful of all monotheistic religions."
Furthermore, the Kingdom reiterated "its active commitment to respect international law and promote peace in the Middle East, which involves implementing a just, comprehensive, and lasting solution based on the principle of two states: an independent Palestinian state based on the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Al-Quds/Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with the State of Israel, in peace and security, in accordance with international legality, United Nations resolutions, and in line with the Arab Peace Initiative."
Morocco's plea relied on the principles established in the Appeal of Al-Quds/Jerusalem, signed on March 30, 2019, between HM King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, and Pope Francis.
This significant document emphasizes, among other things, the importance of preserving the Holy City of Jerusalem/Al-Quds Asharif as a common heritage of humanity and, above all, for the faithful of the three monotheistic religions, as a place of peaceful coexistence and a symbol of mutual respect and dialogue.
Additionally, Morocco's plea recalled the "international community's consensus on the legal status of Israeli settlements in certain parts of the occupied Palestinian territory - including East Al-Quds/Jerusalem," emphasising that they "constitute an obstacle to peace and threaten to make a two-state solution impossible: an independent and viable Palestinian state within the 1967 borders, living side by side with the State of Israel, in peace and security."
"The resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through dialogue and negotiation, in accordance with the UN negotiation framework, and notably Security Council Resolutions 242 and 338, remains the cornerstone for lasting peace and stability in the Middle East," emphasises Morocco's plea.
"This objective shapes the action of the Kingdom of Morocco both bilaterally and multilaterally within the United Nations - in the General Assembly and its six main committees, and regional groupings representing the League of Arab States and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation - within which His Majesty King Mohammed VI chairs the Al-Quds Committee."
Finally, Morocco recalled, in its plea, the message from His Majesty the King on the occasion of the celebration in November 2022 of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, in which the Sovereign affirmed: "The current deadlock in the political process between the Palestinian and Israeli sides does not promote the peace we are yearning for in the region.
Nevertheless, I encourage the positive signs and commendable initiatives undertaken to rebuild confidence and launch meaningful negotiations that help achieve a just, comprehensive and lasting solution to the Palestinian issue, in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions, and the two-state solution, which is a realistic option."
Latest Stories
-
Bawumia outlines 8 initiatives to create 4 million jobs for youth if elected president
5 mins -
Over 4,000 unpaid teachers demand payment of 16 months arrears from government
19 mins -
I’ve apologised to Gloria Sarfo over flight issues – AMAA Country Director
20 mins -
Ghana nearly lost $9 billion to arbitrary claims in last four years – Attorney General
40 mins -
FWSC responds to CLOGSAG strike declaration, urges return to negotiation
1 hour -
Members contribute to ‘transport’ national team – Volleyball Vice President laments financial struggles
1 hour -
New SHS curriculum provides adaptive learning pathways – EduWatch
1 hour -
Pay NABCO trainees – Mahama challenges Bawumia
2 hours -
Police ‘waiting for court date’ on Erastus’ case is a lie – Samson Anyenini
2 hours -
Sports facilities are better managed by institutions – UG Sports Director on maintenance of Legon stadium
2 hours -
Ghanaian businesses must align vision with strategy to mitigate ESG Risks – KPMG
2 hours -
MTN achieves 30% localisation of Scancom PLC
2 hours -
Attorney-General: Some lawyers sacrifice ethics for ‘cheap’ political gains
3 hours -
Bond market: Volume up by 12.45% to GH¢746m
3 hours -
Cedi records year-to-date loss of nearly 29%; one dollar going for GH¢17.10
3 hours