Moroccan Health Minister Youns Belhajjaj has addressed concerns over the centralization of salaries for healthcare professionals, stating that the move is an administrative measure that will not affect their status as public employees. During a parliamentary session discussing the 2027 budget, Belhajjaj emphasized that the change is based on clear legal and regulatory provisions. He assured that the state's treasury will continue to process and pay salaries as usual.
The minister's statement aims to alleviate fears among healthcare professionals and social partners who were worried about the implications of centralized salaries. Belhajjaj highlighted that Article 23 of the 2025 Finance Law explicitly states that the state will continue to bear the salaries of concerned employees. He also noted that the organizing decrees for territorial health groups confirm the continued payment of salaries by the state's treasury.
Belhajjaj stressed that the public employee status will remain intact, and there is no intention to undermine it. He emphasized that the reform maintains all guarantees related to salaries, rights, and professional benefits, as per existing laws. The minister views this institutional stability as essential for maintaining the trust of healthcare professionals and ensuring the success of the healthcare sector reform.
The minister expressed understanding for the concerns of healthcare professionals and reiterated the ministry's commitment to continued dialogue and communication. He emphasized that the development of the healthcare system and the success of its major projects depend on stimulating human resources, valuing their competencies, and preserving their rights and benefits.
Belhajjaj highlighted that investing in the stability of healthcare professionals' jobs and psychological well-being is crucial for any future growth in the sector. He described healthcare professionals as the foundation of any anticipated recovery in the healthcare sector.
The centralization of salaries is part of broader efforts to reform the healthcare sector in Morocco. The minister's assurances aim to build trust and ensure a smooth transition. The government's commitment to maintaining the status of public employees and their benefits is seen as a critical aspect of this reform.
The healthcare sector in Morocco is undergoing significant changes, and the government's efforts to address concerns and provide clarity are essential for the success of these reforms. The minister's statement is seen as a positive step towards achieving this goal.
Key points
- The Moroccan government has reassured healthcare professionals that the centralization of salaries will not affect their public employee status or benefits.
