As the legislative elections approach, Moroccan parties are sharpening their economic promises to attract an electorate struggling with purchasing power, employment, and social expectations. The programs presented by various parties are competing with a range of measures, from the creation of one million jobs promised by the PAM to the growth claimed by the RNI. However, behind this competition lies a central question: their budgetary cost and their real capacity to be implemented.
The phrase "It's the economy, stupid!" attributed to Bill Clinton during a presidential election could well mark the first legislative election of the kingdom, which gives priority to economic issues in its general lines. The electorate's expectations are high, and parties are under pressure to deliver convincing programs. The PAM's proposal to create one million net jobs and reduce unemployment to 7% is one of the most notable promises.
Other parties have also presented their programs, with the RNI advocating for a consolidation of public policies implemented since 2021, particularly in employment and investment. The party also promises to take strong measures such as indexing aid to inflation, opening 15 new universities, and establishing a family doctor. The PPS, led by Nabil Benabdellah, proposes a 15% increase in the SMIG and SMAG, as well as a school allowance of 1,000 dirhams per child.
The PJD, an Islamist party, is focusing on sustainable growth that serves employment, with conditional public support for companies that meet certain criteria. The party's program also includes measures to support small and medium-sized enterprises and to promote entrepreneurship. The Istiqlal and USFP parties have also presented their programs, which include a range of social and economic measures.
The various parties have only a few days to defend their programs before the elections, and they are under pressure to demonstrate their ability to implement their promises. The electorate is eagerly awaiting the parties' proposals, and the responses will likely have a significant impact on the election outcome. The themes of social and economic development are at the forefront of the electoral campaign.
According to Challenge Hebdo, the different camps have a rich and varied offer, which merits a tour of the main measures defended by each camp for the legislative elections. The parties' programs are not limited to economic issues, as they also address social and cultural concerns. The electorate will have to carefully consider the various proposals before making its decision.
The legislative elections will be a crucial test for the Moroccan parties, and the outcome will likely have significant implications for the country's economic and social development. The parties' ability to implement their promises will be closely watched, and the electorate will be looking for concrete results.
Key points
- Moroccan parties are presenting their economic programs ahead of legislative elections, with a focus on job creation and social expectations.
- The programs presented by various parties include a range of measures, from job creation to growth and social development.
- The parties' ability to implement their promises will be crucial to their success in the elections.
