Morocco's Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) has authorized a committee to continue negotiations with various political parties to form a government majority. The decision was made during an extraordinary session of the party's national council, held on October 3, 2026, at the Palace of Conferences in Skhirat. The committee, which includes prominent party figures, will operate under a approach focused on consultation, openness, and seeking necessary consensus.
The committee, tasked with forming the government, comprises several key party members, including Fouzi Lekjae, Ahmed Akchichene, and Abdel Latif Wahbi, alongside the appointed Prime Minister, Fatima Zahra Mansouri. This move allows the committee to manage the process of building a government majority. Mansouri, also the collective leadership coordinator of the party's general secretariat, emphasized the significance of the royal appointment, considering it a substantial national responsibility.
In her address to the council, Mansouri highlighted the historical moment of appointing a woman as Prime Minister, marking a milestone for Morocco and the PAM party after 18 years of its establishment. She called for transitioning from the symbolism of the moment to the responsibility of achievement. Mansouri also noted the 38% participation rate in the September 23 elections, which she believes imposes a doubled responsibility on parties to regain citizens' trust.
Mansouri reviewed the initial consultation process, affirming the party's openness to discussing with various parties without exception. She emphasized that the efficiency criterion will be decisive in selecting government members, ensuring a team capable of fulfilling commitments and meeting citizens' expectations. The PAM party secured 97 seats in the legislative elections, making it the leading party.
The appointed Prime Minister, Fatima Zahra Mansouri, will lead the committee in its negotiations. The party aims to form a government that meets the needs and expectations of Moroccan citizens. With 38% voter turnout in the recent elections, parties are under pressure to form an effective government. Morocco's parliamentary system requires a majority of at least 198 seats in the House of Representatives to form a government.
The PAM party's efforts to build a government majority come after King Mohammed VI appointed Mansouri as Prime Minister. The party's national council session aimed to outline the next steps in forming a government. The committee's task will be to negotiate with other parties to secure the required majority.
The formation of a new government in Morocco is crucial for the country's future development and stability. The PAM party's approach to negotiations and its emphasis on efficiency in selecting government members will be closely watched. Key points include the party's commitment to consultation and openness, the significance of Mansouri's appointment as Prime Minister, and the challenge of securing a government majority.
Key points
- The PAM party authorizes a committee to negotiate with political parties to form a government majority.
- The committee includes prominent party figures and the appointed Prime Minister, Fatima Zahra Mansouri.
- The party aims to form a government that meets citizens' needs and expectations, with a focus on efficiency in selecting members.
