On September 23, 2026, King Mohammed VI of Morocco sent a telegram to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, congratulating him on the occasion of Saudi Arabia's National Day. The King's message expressed his brotherly sentiments and wished the Saudi people continued prosperity and progress. He also extended his best wishes to the Crown Prince for good health and success in his duties.
The congratulatory message is a testament to the strong bilateral relations between Morocco and Saudi Arabia. The two countries have a long history of cooperation and friendship, with regular exchanges of visits and communications between their leaders. King Mohammed VI's message is a reflection of the warm ties between the two nations and their leaders.
In a separate event, Princess Lalla Meryem, daughter of King Mohammed VI, chaired a religious ceremony on September 21, 2026, at the Mosque of the Sunna in Rabat. The ceremony was held to commemorate the 28th anniversary of the late King Hassan II's passing. The event featured recitations from the Quran and eulogies.
King Mohammed VI also sent a condolence message to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The King's message expressed his deep sorrow and sympathy to the UAE leadership and people.
On September 23, 2026, Moroccans went to the polls to elect members of the House of Representatives. The voting process began at 8:00 am, and by 10:00 am, the voter turnout was 4.23%, according to the Ministry of Interior. The elections are an important part of Morocco's democratic process.
In a related development, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, Nasser Bourita, called on the international community to reprioritize its efforts to address the growing threat of non-state armed groups. He made the remarks during a speech at the United Nations, highlighting the need for a more effective approach to preventing conflicts and managing crises.
The voter turnout in the legislative elections is being closely watched, as Morocco continues to consolidate its democratic gains. The elections are seen as a crucial step in the country's transition to a more representative and participatory system of government. The results will have significant implications for Morocco's future.
Key points
- King Mohammed VI sends congratulations to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Saudi Arabia's National Day.
- Morocco holds legislative elections with a voter turnout of 4.23% by 10:00 am on September 23, 2026.
- Minister Nasser Bourita calls for a reprioritization of international efforts to address the threat of non-state armed groups.
