Amid growing global calls for reforming the United Nations Security Council to reflect shifting geopolitical dynamics, Africa has emerged as a major advocate for permanent representation.
Morocco is positioning itself as the leading candidate to represent the continent, with its ambassador to the UN, Omar Hilal, citing the country’s contributions to international peace and stability as the foundation for this bid.
Ambassador Hilal highlighted Morocco’s qualifications, stating, “Morocco is the most suitable country to represent the African continent as a permanent member of the Security Council.”
He emphasized the Kingdom’s pivotal role in peacekeeping operations worldwide, particularly in conflict zones, as well as its stability and leadership under King Mohammed VI.
Strategic Geopolitical Advantage
Political and security analyst Mohamed Choucair affirmed Morocco’s geopolitical advantages in a statement to Hespress.
“Morocco’s strategic location and its role as a stabilizing force in North Africa, a region plagued by unrest in countries like Libya and Tunisia, make it an ideal candidate to represent the continent,” he said.
Choucair also pointed to Morocco’s strong alliance with the United States, particularly in security and military cooperation, as a key factor bolstering its candidacy.
“This strategic partnership has garnered Morocco substantial international support, including backing from prominent U.S. officials for its bid for a permanent seat,” he noted.
Track Record in Peace and Diplomacy
Khaled Chiat, a professor of international relations at Mohammed I University in Oujda, endorsed Ambassador Hilal’s remarks, noting that Morocco’s active participation in international peacekeeping missions demonstrates its commitment to global stability.
“Morocco has consistently shown itself to be a nation that prioritizes peaceful solutions in its approach to regional and international conflicts, including the Western Sahara issue,” Chiat explained.
He dismissed concerns that the Western Sahara dispute could hinder Morocco’s candidacy, drawing parallels to permanent members like China and Russia, which also face territorial challenges.
“Morocco’s long history of statehood and political diplomacy gives it the necessary experience to manage such issues responsibly,” Chiat said.
A Continent’s Voice
Morocco’s bid is further strengthened by its political stability and leadership within the African Union.
Unlike countries such as South Africa, which has faced criticism for adversarial stances toward certain nations, Morocco maintains amicable relations with most African states, Chiat observed.
As Africa continues to advocate for a stronger voice on the global stage, Morocco positions itself as a unifying and capable representative, aiming to bring its diplomatic prowess and stability to one of the world’s most influential bodies.
