Sir: I was astonished by Olga Bel's historical misconception when she said that Morocco was constituted in 1956 (letters, 17 June).
The Kingdom of Morocco is a 12-centuries old monarchy which, during all that period, has remained a free and sovereign state. The very limited protectorate period (44 years, from 1912 to 1956) was but a parenthesis in the long history of Morocco as a state and a nation.
Ceuta and, indeed, Mellia have been always integrated parts of the Kingdom of Morocco. Our endeavour to put an end to the present anachronistic situation has never ceased, and we are full of hope that a suitable solution could soon be found within the framework of our long-standing and closely-knit friendship with our Spanish neighbours.
M ARIAD
Press Attache
The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco
London SW7
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