On October 9, 2026, King Mohammed VI of Morocco delivered a speech at the opening of the autumn parliamentary session. In the speech, he emphasized that the new legislative and governmental term should be a significant milestone for Morocco. The country aims to continue its ambition to become an emerging and reliable economic power. The King highlighted the importance of balancing economic growth with social and territorial justice.
King Mohammed VI stressed that Morocco is committed to finding a harmonious balance between economic growth and social and spatial justice. He recalled the long history of the Moroccan state and monarchy, highlighting the country's rich historical, religious, and cultural heritage. The King emphasized that Moroccans can take pride in their authentic religious identity and the unique richness of their civilization.
The King discussed the international geo-economic changes and Morocco's engagement in a new dynamic of reforms and major projects guided by a clear vision. This approach has enabled Morocco to consolidate its position on the international scene as a responsible, reliable, and respectful partner. However, King Mohammed VI insisted that international partnerships must be voluntary and sovereign.
King Mohammed VI addressed the issue of migration, stating that Morocco's balanced approach has yielded concrete results. Nevertheless, he acknowledged that the current cooperation model has reached its limits, as evident from recurring crises. The King specifically mentioned the challenges in Morocco's cooperation with Spain, a neighboring country with which Morocco has made significant progress in several areas.
Despite the progress made with Spain, King Mohammed VI noted that the cooperation is now facing significant difficulties due to outdated legal provisions and judicial decisions that are disconnected from ground realities. He expressed concern that these challenges hinder the repatriation of minors and individuals usurping refugee status, thereby emboldening criminal networks.
To address these challenges, King Mohammed VI announced that Morocco will present a renewed strategic vision to its partners. The goal is to promote co-development, economic competitiveness, and regional stability within the framework of a new orientation for cooperation between concerned countries. This initiative aims to overcome the current limitations and develop a more effective approach to migration and cooperation.
The King's speech highlighted the need for Morocco to adapt to changing international circumstances while pursuing its development goals. By emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to economic growth and social justice, King Mohammed VI set the tone for the new legislative and governmental term. Morocco's renewed strategic vision will likely have significant implications for the country's future development and international partnerships.
Key points
- King Mohammed VI calls for a new legislative and governmental term to be a major turning point for Morocco's economic and social development.
- The King emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to economic growth and social justice.
- Morocco will present a renewed strategic vision to its partners to address migration and cooperation challenges.
