Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita conducted a series of talks with his counterparts on September 24, 2026, in New York, on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly. The meetings were part of Morocco's diplomatic efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation with other countries. Bourita met with several foreign ministers, including those from Yemen, Iraq, the Dominican Republic, Barbados, South Sudan, the Netherlands, and Ghana.
Bourita's meeting with Yemeni Foreign Minister Afrah Abd al-Aziz al-Zuba discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and cooperation between Morocco and Yemen. The two ministers also exchanged views on regional and international issues of common interest. Similarly, Bourita's talks with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein focused on strengthening ties between Morocco and Iraq.
Bourita also met with Dominican Republic Foreign Minister Victor Bisono Haza, and Barbados Foreign Minister Christopher Peter Sinckler. The meetings explored opportunities for cooperation in various fields, including trade, investment, and culture. The ministers also discussed ways to promote people-to-people exchanges between Morocco and the Caribbean nations.
In addition to his meetings with Caribbean nations, Bourita also held talks with South Sudanese Foreign Minister Cecilia Adut Ading. The two ministers discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation between Morocco and South Sudan. Bourita also met with Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen, with whom he discussed European-African relations and global issues.
Bourita's meeting with Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa focused on strengthening economic ties between Morocco and Ghana. The two ministers discussed ways to increase trade and investment between the two countries, particularly in the fields of agriculture and energy. They also exchanged views on regional and international issues, including security and migration.
The meetings also provided an opportunity for Bourita to discuss coordination of positions within international organizations. The ministers exchanged views on various global issues, including sustainable development, climate change, and human rights. Morocco's diplomatic efforts aim to promote its interests and contribute to international efforts to address global challenges.
The talks took place on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly, which brings together world leaders to address pressing global issues. Morocco's participation in the assembly reflects its commitment to multilateralism and its role in international affairs. The country's diplomatic efforts aim to strengthen its partnerships with other nations and promote peace and stability in the region.
Key points
- Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita met with several counterparts on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly in New York.
- The meetings focused on strengthening bilateral relations, cooperation, and exchanging views on regional and international issues.
- Morocco's diplomatic efforts aim to promote its interests and contribute to international efforts to address global challenges.
