The royal speech delivered on the occasion of the 49th anniversary of the Green March was at the heart of the discussions of the executive commission of the Istiqlal Party (PI), meeting on November 6. Chaired by Secretary General Nizar Baraka, the meeting, held in person and remotely, closely scrutinized the royal orientations. This speech, marked by strong declarations on the territorial unity of Morocco and development issues, was praised by the PI for its clarity, firmness and strategic vision.
The royal speech shone the spotlight on the primordial issue of Morocco’s territorial integrity, with a strong condemnation of any attempt to exploit the artificial Sahara conflict for internal or foreign political purposes. Thus, the PI expressed its unwavering support for the positions of the King, stressing that Morocco remains faithful to its fundamental principles and to its proposal for autonomy of the southern provinces under Moroccan sovereignty. An initiative widely supported by the international community, including the major world powers.
The executive commission also welcomed the Kingdom’s clear and pragmatic posture in the face of outdated and retrograde approaches, calling for a political and realistic solution to this artificial conflict. For the PI: Morocco embodies a vision focused on the future and is part of a credible and peaceful international negotiation process.
In addition to the question of territorial unity, the royal speech also addressed the question of the development of the southern provinces of Morocco. The King reaffirmed his desire to strengthen infrastructure and expand the economic development model in these strategic regions. To this end, the PI welcomed the royal vision which transforms the southern regions into a hub of development, investment and international cooperation.
At the heart of the reforms: the launch of the Atlantic initiative with the aim of facilitating access to the Atlantic Ocean and promoting partnerships respectful of Moroccan sovereignty. The latter was a key element of the speech. This project aims to establish a strategic platform for south-south cooperation and strengthen Morocco’s role in Africa. That said, the PI expressed its full support for this approach which places Morocco at the heart of regional and global trade.
The situation of populations detained in the Tindouf camps was also addressed in the royal speech. The Istiqlal Party expressed its concern about the inhumane conditions experienced by these populations and called on the international community, particularly the United Nations, to fully assume its responsibilities to put an end to persecution, discrimination, and drug trafficking. human beings that takes place in these camps. The Party urged urgent UN intervention to guarantee detainees the right to freedom and mobility, as well as transparent management of their situation.
Another crucial aspect of the speech focused on King Mohammed VI’s special attention to Moroccans living abroad. The PI welcomed the creation of the Mohammed VI Foundation for MRE, as well as the restructuring of the Council of the Moroccan Community Abroad, in order to strengthen the integration of the diaspora in the country’s development dynamic. These initiatives aim to improve services provided to the diaspora, simplify administrative procedures and strengthen their role in the economic, cultural and social sectors of Morocco.
The executive commission particularly highlighted the importance of these reforms to open new horizons to the diaspora and consolidate links between Moroccans around the world and their country of origin. This includes concrete measures to improve the business climate and promote investment for Moroccans living abroad.
The royal speech, according to the PI, consolidated the main lines of Moroccan policy in terms of development, territorial unity and international cooperation. The Party welcomes the progress made under the leadership of the King, in particular the recognition of the Moroccan character of the Sahara by the majority of United Nations member states and world powers. This progress strengthens Morocco’s position on the international scene and paves the way for a future of prosperity, stability and peace.
