Bolivia suspends recognition of Western Sahara entity following diplomatic talks with Morocco
Bolivia has announced the suspension of its recognition of the entity known as the “Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic” (SADR), marking a significant shift in its foreign policy. This decision was made public following a phone call between the Moroccan Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, and his Bolivian counterpart, Fernando Aramayo.
According to a joint statement, the plurinational state of Bolivia conducted a “sovereign review” of its foreign policy, in line with UN Security Council resolution 2797 (2025), reaffirming its support for the political process led by the United Nations.
After this evaluation, La Paz decided to suspend its diplomatic relations with the SADR and cease all official contact with this entity, emphasizing that it “is not recognized as a UN member state.” Bolivian authorities explain that this decision aims to contribute “constructively” to international efforts to achieve a “realistic, pragmatic, and lasting” political solution, based on compromise and in line with UN parameters.
This diplomatic development signals a new chapter in relations between Morocco and Bolivia, as both countries have agreed to restore diplomatic relations that had been severed for several years. As part of this reconciliation process, Rabat and La Paz have also agreed to establish resident diplomatic missions in their respective capitals.
This decision comes amid a shift in positions on the Sahara question by several countries internationally. For Rabat, it represents additional diplomatic support for the UN approach to resolving the dispute. From Bolivia’s perspective, authorities emphasize a commitment to coherence with the UN political process and contributing to a negotiated solution. The warming of relations between the two countries could now lead to increased bilateral cooperation, both politically and economically, in the coming months.
