Launch in London of the “Labor Friends of Morocco” group

The group «Labour Friends of Morocco»launched and chaired by the deputy Joe Powellsets itself the objective of facilitating lasting partnerships, based on shared values ​​and meaningful collaboration. The LFM will also advocate for the strengthening of diplomatic, economic, cultural and educational ties between the Morocco and the United Kingdom.

Through the promotion of closer cooperation in areas such asrenewable energythe technologyl’agriculture and the tourismthe group aims to be a platform to trigger new opportunities in the service of customer relations. cooperation between Morocco and the United Kingdom. With trade reaching £3.8 billion in 2024, there is real potential to expand economic trade, particularly in high-growth sectors, say the group’s initiators. Furthermore, the LFM aims to promote leadership on issues such as climate change, green technologies and sustainability, thus reflecting the shared commitments of the Morocco a you United Kingdom to address the planet’s most pressing challenges.

At the group’s launch ceremony, members signed a pledge to further align the interests of the two Kingdoms, recognizing the position of Morocco as a key ally of United Kingdomas well as its essential role as a bridge between Europe and Africa. “I am honored to chair the Labor Friends of Morocco group,” Mr Powell said, noting that his constituency, Kensington and Bayswater, is home to one of the largest Moroccan communities in the UK, that he is “immensely proud” to represent. The MP said he was “determined” to work with his colleagues in the British Parliament to strengthen ties between the United Kingdom and Morocco and provide a platform to discuss issues relevant to the Moroccan community in Britain.

For his part, the Moroccan ambassador, Hakim Hajouiwelcomed the launch of the group, recalling that the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Kingdom share a historic partnership which continues to strengthen. There is significant potential to take this relationship to even higher levels, he said, stressing that the group is likely to play an essential role in the development of new economic opportunities, while promoting cultural ties and educational between the two Kingdoms. “The Moroccan community in the United Kingdom serves as a vital bridge between our two nations, working to strengthen our ties and promote deeper mutual understanding,” said Mr. Hajoui, specifying that their contributions are “invaluable” to advance this shared vision of prosperity and collaboration.