King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Zahra El Mansouri as the Head of Government of Morocco, marking a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to hold the position. The appointment ceremony took place at the Royal Palace in Rabat, where El Mansouri received her appointment and directives for the next stage. El Mansouri expressed her honor and commitment to forming a new government that meets the expectations of the King and citizens.
El Mansouri's appointment comes six days after Morocco held legislative elections on September 23, in which her Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) won 97 seats in the 395-member House of Representatives. The National Rally of Independents (RNI) followed with 66 seats, while the Istiqlal Party won 65. As the head of the party with the largest number of seats, El Mansouri was appointed Head of Government under Article 47 of the Constitution.
El Mansouri has begun preparations to form a new coalition government, starting with internal consultations within the PAM. She will then meet with other political parties to determine the composition of the government. The newly appointed Head of Government emphasized the importance of this period, particularly for young Moroccans, and pledged to put forward a program offering "real and practical solutions" for citizens.
El Mansouri highlighted the historic nature of her appointment, stating that it is a source of pride for her and for all the women of Morocco. She has previously served as Marrakech's mayor and as Minister of National Territorial Planning, Land Planning, Housing and City Policy. El Mansouri's experience and commitment to building a more cohesive society are expected to shape her government's agenda.
As a woman in a leadership position, El Mansouri acknowledged the challenges faced by women in Morocco and emphasized her commitment to working with all sectors of society. She noted that the King's directives in this area have been clear, and she aims to help build a more inclusive and equitable society.
El Mansouri's appointment has been seen as a significant step forward for women's representation in Moroccan politics. Her experience and qualifications make her well-positioned to lead the country's new government. The PAM's victory in the legislative elections has provided a strong foundation for El Mansouri to form a coalition government.
The newly appointed Head of Government will face significant challenges in meeting the expectations of Moroccan citizens, particularly young people. El Mansouri has pledged to work tirelessly to address these expectations and provide effective solutions to the country's challenges. Her government's program will be closely watched as it seeks to address the country's social and economic issues.
Key points
- Fatima Zahra El Mansouri becomes Morocco's first female Head of Government.
- El Mansouri's Authenticity and Modernity Party won 97 seats in the legislative elections.
- El Mansouri pledges to provide "real and practical solutions" for Moroccan citizens.
