Morocco's new Head of Government, Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, has begun consultations with various political parties to form a government coalition. El Mansouri was appointed by King Mohammed VI following the Authenticity and Modernity Party's (PAM) win in the 2026 legislative elections, securing 97 seats. As Morocco's first female Head of Government, El Mansouri's appointment marks a significant milestone in the country's history. The PAM has started meetings with other parties, including the National Rally of Independents (RNI) and Al Istiqlal, to discuss the formation of a government coalition.
The PAM's consultations with other parties aim to determine the composition of the coalition that will lead the next government. El Mansouri's first meeting was with a delegation from the RNI, which included party leader Mohamed Chouki, Rachid Talbi El Alami, and Mhamed Boussaid. The RNI is a key player in Moroccan politics, and its involvement in the coalition will likely play a significant role in shaping the country's future. The PAM had previously ruled out a coalition with the RNI during the electoral campaign, but El Mansouri has since stated that she has no "red lines" when it comes to working with different political forces.
The Justice and Development Party (PJD) has made it clear that it will remain in the opposition, vowing to constitute a stronger opposition. The PJD's leader, Abdelilah Benkirane, has stated that his party will work to take down the coalition government in the making, just as it did with the previous government led by Aziz Akhannouch's RNI. The PJD's stance is significant, given its increased seat count in the 2026 elections, from 13 to 54. The party's defiance towards the next government is likely to impact the coalition's formation and the country's overall political landscape.
The 2021 government was formed by the PAM, RNI, and Al Istiqlal, but it remains to be seen whether the same parties will form the new government. El Mansouri's appointment and the PAM's consultations with other parties have sparked speculation about the potential coalition. The involvement of other parties, including those currently in the opposition, is possible, but the PJD's stance suggests that it will not be part of the coalition.
El Mansouri's consultations with parties will likely be crucial in determining the composition of the coalition and the country's future. As Morocco's first female Head of Government, El Mansouri faces significant challenges in forming a government that will address the country's various needs. The PAM's win in the 2026 legislative elections has created an opportunity for the party to shape the country's future, but it will require careful negotiations with other parties to form a stable coalition.
The formation of the government coalition will have significant implications for Morocco's economy, politics, and society. The country's economic growth has slowed to 4% in Q2 2026, according to the HCP, and the new government will need to address this trend. The government's priorities will also be shaped by the country's various challenges, including the need for sustainable development and improved living standards.
The consultations between El Mansouri and other parties will continue in the coming days, with the aim of forming a government coalition that will lead Morocco for the next term. The involvement of various parties and the PJD's stance will be crucial in shaping the country's future. As Morocco's first female Head of Government, El Mansouri's leadership will be closely watched, both domestically and internationally.
Key points
- El Mansouri's appointment marks a significant milestone in Morocco's history as the country's first female Head of Government.
- The PAM's consultations with other parties aim to determine the composition of the coalition that will lead the next government.
- The PJD's stance will likely impact the coalition's formation and the country's overall political landscape.
