Morocco has secured a sweeping victory in the recent UNESCO Executive Board elections,winning 146 votes and reaffirming its global diplomatic standing. In stark contrast,Algeria failed to obtain a single vote,underscoring a deepening diplomatic isolation.
The outcome reflects growing international support for Morocco’s strategic vision,led by King Mohammed VI,which emphasizes intercultural dialogue,sustainable development,and global cooperation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs hailed the result as a reinforcement of Morocco’s active and constructive role within UNESCO.
Algeria’s failure comes amid broader diplomatic challenges,including setbacks in its hegemonic policy in the region,tense ties with all its neighbors except autocratic Tunisia and strained relations with key partners such as Spain,the US,France,China,and Russia.
Analysts suggest Algeria’s confrontational stance toward Morocco has become a strategic liability.
While Morocco strengthens its position as a bridge between Africa and Europe through initiatives like the Atlantic initiative and the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline,Algeria appears increasingly isolated,clinging to outdated rhetoric and losing ground even among traditional allies.
The UNESCO vote serves as a symbolic and strategic turning point,highlighting Morocco’s ascent on the international stage and Algeria’s diminishing influence in multilateral forums.
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