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Hungary has taken a strong step in supporting Morocco’s position on Western Sahara, as its Ambassador to Rabat, Miklós Tromler, began a three-day visit to Dakhla, a key city in Morocco’s southern provinces.
The visit, which runs from May 12 to 14, reflects Hungary’s growing political support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara. The plan has received increasing international backing, including from the United States and France.
During his visit, Tromler is scheduled to meet with high-ranking local officials, including the Wali of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region, the Director General of the Regional Investment Center (CRI), members of the Regional Council, and the Regional Delegate of Tourism.
His schedule also includes visits to major development projects such as the construction site of the Dakhla Atlantic Port, the local artisanal complex, and the seawater desalination plant.
Speaking to the press in Dakhla on Monday, Tromler said Hungarian companies are increasingly interested in investing in the region, which he described as “a beautiful area full of potential and key development projects.”
He noted that some Hungarian businesses are considering establishing operations in Dakhla-Oued Eddahab, attracted by its growth and the opportunities it offers in areas like tourism, agriculture, fishing, and renewable energy. Tromler commended the openness and responsiveness of local authorities, who he said are helping to create real partnerships with Moroccan economic operators.
The ambassador, accompanied by his economic and commercial advisor, noted the region’s dynamic development and its strategic value for future economic cooperation. He also noted that Morocco became Hungary’s top trade partner in Africa in 2023.
“This strategic partnership, based on mutual respect, opens the door to new areas of collaboration,” Tromler stated.
The visit carries strong political meaning. By traveling to Dakhla, Tromler joins a growing list of international diplomats who have made similar trips to Morocco’s Western Sahara region.
Hungary’s Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó recently instructed the ambassador to make the visit as a show of support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over Western Sahara.
After meeting his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita in Budapest last month, Szijjártó reaffirmed Hungary’s support for the Autonomy Plan as the best solution under the UN framework.
Hungary aligns with countries like the US and France, which view Morocco’s initiative as serious and credible, he announced, stressing that the Hungarian embassy in Rabat will provide consular services to all Moroccan citizens across the North African country.
Source: Morocco word news
