Bir Lahlou (Sahrawi Republic), September 2, 2024 (SPS) - Mr. Brahim Ghali, President of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic, Secretary-General of the Polisario Front, received a letter of thanks and appreciation from his counterpart, His Excellency Mr. Ramos Horta, President of the Democratic Republic of East Timor.
The East Timorese president expressed his deep gratitude to his Sahrawi counterpart for the official visit he made to East Timor to participate in the commemoration of the 25th anniversary of the referendum for self-determination, on August 30, 2024.
Mr. Horta stated, "Your Excellency’s presence, along with your accompanying delegation, at the official commemorative events, including the special extraordinary session held by the National Parliament and the official closing ceremony, reflects the strong solidarity and friendship between our peoples, who share a common history of struggle for self-determination and national liberation."
The East Timorese president also recalled their meeting at the presidential palace on August 31, 2024, saying, "I remember our meeting with great appreciation, which was an opportunity to strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and friendship between the Democratic Republic of East Timor and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic. It was also a valuable opportunity to discuss various aspects of cooperation between our countries and to enhance our commitment to issues of mutual interest."
“While we renew our sincere appreciation for the unwavering support from the Sahrawi Republic to East Timor over many years, especially during the most challenging moments in our history, I take this opportunity to reiterate to Your Excellency the importance of finding a negotiated and just solution to the Western Sahara issue, in accordance with the resolutions of the United Nations General Assembly, the Security Council, and the African Union,” Mr. Horta added.
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