Eoin Ó Broin (Dublin Mid West, Sinn Fein)
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53. To ask the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade the engagement Ireland had at the United Nations in advance of the Security Council vote on the so-called ‘autonomy plan’ for Western Sahara, which would de jure formalise Morocco’s occupation; if his officials directly engage with Security Council members on this resolution; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [60370/25]

Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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During Ireland’s term as an elected member of the UN Security Council (2021-2022), Ireland engaged on the issue of Western Sahara, particularly in the context of the UN Mission for a Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO).

Ireland is not currently a member of the United Nations Security Council. However, Ireland’s Permanent Representation to the United Nations in New York closely monitors developments in the Security Council. This includes developments pertaining to Western Sahara and the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO).

On 31 October, the Council adopted Resolution 2797, extending the mandate of MINURSO for one year until 31 October 2026. The resolution received 11 votes in favour and 3 Council Members abstained. Ireland is considering the implications of the mandate renewal following its adoption on Friday.

Ireland’s position on Western Sahara continues to be guided by the aim of achieving a just, lasting and mutually acceptable political solution which will provide for the self-determination of the people of Western Sahara.

My officials, at HQ and in our Mission network, continue to be in contact with relevant and interested parties in support of efforts to achieve a solution to this long-standing dispute.