This Friday, October 11, Rabat vibrated to the rhythm of a major national event. His Majesty King Mohammed VI, accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid, chaired the solemn ceremony marking the opening of the first session of the 4th legislative year of the 11th Legislature. This traditional meeting, anchored in the institutional practices of the Kingdom, is of capital importance, because it officially launches parliamentary work for the coming year, testifying to the solidity and dynamism of Moroccan institutions.
During this ceremony, the Sovereign delivered a speech of singular scope, where he addressed with lucidity and determination the strategic question of the Moroccan Sahara. Indeed, His Majesty underlined that Morocco, in its management of this fundamental issue, has begun a decisive transition from the management phase to that of change, both internally and externally. This development is part of a logic of proactivity, adopting the initiative with firmness and anticipation, while consolidating diplomatic achievements.
“The truth has triumphed, and the truth still prevails. Just causes always win in the end.”declared the King forcefully, thus affirming the justness of the national cause. His speech, imbued with deep conviction, also welcomed supports by France the sovereignty of Morocco over the entire territory of the Sahara and which supports the Autonomy Initiative within the framework of Moroccan territorial integrity, as the only basis for the settlement of this artificial regional conflict.
The King also urged all institutions of the Kingdom to redouble their vigilance in the face of the maneuvers of adversaries and to strengthen coordination to maximize the effectiveness of diplomatic and political action concerning the Sahara issue. This unity and institutional cohesion are essential to meet future challenges and guarantee the defense of the nation’s higher interests.
This Royal speech, delivered in a context marked by major geopolitical developments, outlines the broad outlines of the political future of Morocco, where the Sahara question occupies a central place. The call for collective action and institutional coordination demonstrates the royal desire to preserve the achievements while projecting the Kingdom towards a promising future.
