Morocco, Spain Sign Cooperation Agreement to Strengthen Triathlon Development
Agadir, The Gulf Observer: Morocco and Spain have signed a bilateral cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening collaboration in triathlon through enhanced exchanges in training, technical development, and the organization of competitions.
The agreement was signed on Saturday between the Royal Moroccan Triathlon Federation (FRMTI) and the Spanish Triathlon Federation (FETRI) during the Larache International Triathlon, held from July 3 to 5 in the city of Larache.
The partnership seeks to promote the exchange of expertise between the two federations through advisory, training, and technical support initiatives across various aspects of the sport. It is also intended to improve athlete performance, reinforce technical support systems, and expand professional development opportunities for coaches, referees, and competition organizers.
Under the agreement, both federations will cooperate in the development of sports clubs and triathlon schools, with a particular focus on athlete education and long-term talent development. The framework also provides for regular exchanges, allowing Moroccan athletes and officials to participate in events in Spain while welcoming Spanish competitors and technical staff to tournaments hosted in Morocco.
To oversee the implementation of the partnership, the two sides agreed to establish a joint committee responsible for monitoring projects and coordinating cooperation in organizational, economic, and sporting fields.
Speaking to Morocco’s state news agency MAP, FRMTI President Majid Amahroq described the agreement as a significant step forward for Moroccan triathlon, saying it would enable the country to benefit from Spain’s internationally recognized expertise in the sport.
He noted that Spain is regarded as one of the world’s leading triathlon nations, producing world and Olympic champions, and said the partnership would enhance administrative and technical cooperation while strengthening the capabilities of Moroccan coaches, managers, and referees.
Amahroq added that Moroccan athletes would also gain access to training camps and competitions in Spain, providing valuable exposure to high-level international competition.
He further said the agreement is already yielding tangible results, with two Spanish international referees currently officiating at the 19th African Triathlon Cup in Larache, while Moroccan referees and athletes are expected to participate in an upcoming triathlon competition in Pontevedra, Spain.
