King Mohammed VI Approves 11 International Agreements, Advancing Morocco’s Global and Regional Leadership
Rabat, The Gulf Observer: At yesterday’s ministerial council chaired by King Mohammed VI at the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Moroccan government approved 11 major international agreements, bolstering diplomatic relations across Africa, Asia, and Europe.
🔹 Key Highlights:
- 8 agreements with African nations, 2 with Asian countries, and 1 with a European partner.
- 6 of the agreements were signed in Laâyoune and Dakhla, reinforcing international recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara.
- Agreements span sectors such as judicial cooperation, customs, higher education, scientific research, energy, and transport.
🔹 Notable Development:
Morocco will now serve as the permanent headquarters of the African Union of the Blind (AFUB)—a major milestone affirming its continental leadership.
🔹 Domestic Governance Moves:
The convention approvals were accompanied by military reforms and Interior Ministry appointments, underscoring Morocco’s balanced strategy of strengthening both foreign policy and domestic governance.
🔹 Diplomatic Momentum:
This ratification round aligns with Morocco’s broader strategy of international engagement, especially in Western Sahara. A symbolic example is France’s expansion of visa services to Laayoune, viewed as a significant gesture supporting Moroccan sovereignty in the region.
