On Friday in Rabat, Mustapha El Ktiri, High Commissioner for former resistance fighters and members of the liberation army, marked the 51st anniversary of the Green March. He described the event as a unique and peaceful approach adopted by Morocco to reclaim its legitimate right and achieve territorial integrity. El Ktiri made these remarks during a meeting organized by his High Commission to celebrate the occasion.
El Ktiri emphasized that the Green March showcased Moroccan patriotism and attachment to the nation's values. The event demonstrated the unwavering faith of the Moroccan people in the justness of their national cause and their constant mobilization to defend the country. He recalled the massive public response to the call for volunteers, with numbers far exceeding initial expectations.
The Green March embodied the deep cohesion and bonds uniting the Moroccan people, as well as their sense of national belonging. El Ktiri noted that this event inspired creators, writers, poets, and artists, who dedicated patriotic songs, poems, novels, and artworks to it. These tributes have left a lasting impact on Morocco's cultural landscape.
El Ktiri also highlighted the development progress in Morocco's southern provinces since their return to the country. He attributed this growth to the new development model launched by King Mohammed VI in Laâyoune on November 6, 2015. The model has led to significant infrastructure projects, including the Dakhla Atlantique port and the Tiznit-Dakhla expressway.
The development efforts have focused on social upgrading, with the construction of university hospitals and technological institutes, as well as support for housing access. These initiatives have transformed the Moroccan Sahara into an emerging economic hub and a link between Morocco, Africa, and the Atlantic region.
The meeting, attended by academics, resistance fighters, and representatives of various political parties, paid tribute to eight former resistance fighters from the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra region. The event also featured a colloquium on the diplomatic dynamics surrounding the Moroccan Sahara issue, led by university professors and a representative of the local Council of Ulemas.
The commemoration of the Green March's 51st anniversary serves as a testament to Morocco's commitment to peaceful and legitimate means of achieving its territorial integrity. The event continues to inspire national pride and a sense of unity among Moroccans.
Key points
- The Green March was a peaceful approach adopted by Morocco to reclaim its territorial integrity.
- The event has had a lasting impact on Morocco's cultural landscape, inspiring patriotic works of art.
- Morocco's southern provinces have experienced significant development progress since the launch of the new development model in 2015.
