The French Ambassador to Namibia says the decision by his country to support Morocco's autonomy plan for Western Sahara is not a surprise.

Sĕbastien Minot says the international community has been seized with the matter, but the position of France has remained the same.

The peace and stability Namibia continues to enjoy is a source of inspiration for Western Sahara, which continues to pursue self-determination.

Namibia and South Africa reaffirmed their continued support for the pursuit of self-determination in Western Sahara.

The countries declared their support during the Bi-National Commission Ministerial Meeting held in Windhoek. The United Nations classified Western Sahara as a non-self-governing territory.