Souilem told the regional TV channel of Laayoune on Tuesday that the Moroccan autonomy project is the most appropriate, realistic solution for the Sahara issue, and enjoys support of the majority of Sahrawis.

     On Moroccan-Spanish relations, he said they have steadily developed, and that Morocco is endeavoring to reinforce its ties with Madrid, as evidenced by many initiatives.

    He added that the question of the Sahara is not the chief subject of relations with Spain, with the latter aware of the strategic importance of bilateral relations.