King Mohammed VI rejects a two-speed Morocco

RABAT – Morocco’s King Mohammed VI reaffirmed Tuesday his commitment to equitable development, stressing that "there is no room today or tomorrow for a two-speed Morocco."

On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of his enthronement, the monarch recalled that the Throne Day is a moment to renew the deep ties between the Throne and the people, but also an opportunity to assess the achievements made.

He highlighted the efforts made to build a competitive, diversified and open economy, within a stable macroeconomic framework despite successive years of drought.

The King praised the continued growth of the industrial sector and the consolidation of Morocco's status as a reliable international partner. He also mentioned the project to extend the high-speed line between Kenitra and Marrakech as a symbol of this momentum.

"I will not be satisfied until this development translates into a concrete improvement in the living conditions of all citizens, in all regions," he said, stressing the importance given to territorial justice, human development and direct support to families in need.

King Mohammed VI denounced the persistent social disparities in certain areas of the country, describing them as incompatible with the vision of a modern, inclusive and united Morocco.

The Algerian people are a brother people

The monarch said that his concern to strengthen Morocco's position as an emerging country goes hand in hand with his reiterated commitment to remain open to the Kingdom’s regional environment and more particularly to their immediate neighborhood with the Algerian people.

“As King of Morocco, My position is clear and constant: the Algerian people are a brother people bound to the Moroccan people by centuries-old human and historical ties, particularly through language, religion, geography and common destiny,” he said.

“For all these reasons, I have constantly reached out to our brothers in Algeria. I have also expressed Morocco's willingness to engage in frank and responsible dialogue; a fraternal and sincere dialogue on the various outstanding issues between the two countries,” he stressed.

“Our unwavering commitment to the policy of reaching out to Our Brothers in Algeria stems from the deep conviction that We carry within Us, regarding the unity of our peoples and our common capacity to overcome this regrettable situation,” he added.

The Moroccan monarch reaffirmed his country’s commitment to the Maghreb Union, which cannot be achieved without the joint involvement of Morocco and Algeria, alongside other sister states.