Morocco's Ministry of Interior announced that the national turnout for the legislative elections was 38.08%, with nearly 6 million voters participating. This marks a decrease from 50.86% in 2021 and 42.27% in 2016. The ministry reported a high turnout in the southern regions, with 77% in the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra region, 53.48% in the Guelmim-Oued Noun region, and 61% in the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region.
The Ministry of Interior's statement highlighted that citizens in the southern regions showed strong participation, demonstrating their commitment to Moroccan identity and active engagement in representative institutions. The elections saw a significant turnout, with voters flocking to polling stations. The ministry's data indicates that the elections were well-attended, particularly in the southern regions.
According to the preliminary results, the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) secured 97 seats, emerging as the leading party in the elections. The National Rally of Independents (RNI) followed with 66 seats, while the Independence Party secured 65 seats. The Justice and Development Party (PJD) obtained 54 seats, and the Popular Movement (MP) secured 29 seats.
The Union of Popular Forces for Progress and Socialism (USFP) obtained 26 seats, while the Progress and Socialism Party (PPS) secured 19 seats. The Constitutional Union (UC) obtained 17 seats, and the Social Democratic Movement (MSD) and the Left-Wing Coalition each secured 8 seats. Other parties, including the Democratic Forces Front (FFD), the Equity Party, the New Democrats Party, and the Unity and Democracy Party, secured 1-2 seats each.
The elections saw a total of 1,225 candidates competing for 395 seats in the House of Representatives. The Ministry of Interior's statement noted that the elections were conducted smoothly, with citizens exercising their right to vote. The results reflect the diverse political landscape in Morocco, with various parties securing representation in the parliament.
The PAM's victory marks a significant achievement for the party, which has been a major player in Moroccan politics. The party's leader, Saad Dine El Otmani, expressed gratitude to the voters for their support. The PAM's success is seen as a reflection of its strong grassroots presence and its ability to connect with voters.
The election results are expected to have implications for the formation of the new government, with the PAM likely to play a key role in coalition talks. The party's leadership will likely engage in negotiations with other parties to form a stable government. The results also reflect the ongoing trends in Moroccan politics, with the PAM and other parties positioning themselves for future elections.
Key points
- The Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) secured 97 seats, leading in the legislative elections.
- The national turnout for the legislative elections was 38.08%, with nearly 6 million voters participating.
- The elections saw a high turnout in the southern regions, with 77% in the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra region.
