The possibility of Spain transferring the management of Western Sahara's airspace to Morocco has sparked a significant debate, as the territory remains on the UN list of non-self-governing territories. While technical aviation standards are governed by ICAO, experts warn that such a move could implicitly bolster Morocco's claims before the resolution of the decolonization process and the Sahrawi people's right to self-determination. The Spanish People's Party (PP) is urging Pedro Sánchez's government to maintain Spanish control, advocating for parliamentary debate and involvement from Canarian institutions, while emphasizing that aviation cooperation must remain distinct from the final international status of the region.