This realistic vision consolidates Morocco's position as a reliable player on the new international stage
- Trust from partners and recognition in international forums
- Domestic policy as the basis for foreign action
- Social policies and trust building
- State legitimacy and social progress as seen from abroad
In an international environment where alliances are fragmenting, geopolitical instability, Morocco has managed to establish itself abroad based on its credibility and the results it has achieved.
Political analysts agree that this positioning is a direct result of the clarity of vision, which brings together domestic policy, development and diplomacy under the same strategic logic.
Trust from partners and recognition in international forums
Mohamed Benhima, professor of international relations at Mohammed V University in Rabat, believes that Morocco's international presence is based more on the trust it inspires in its partners than on symbolic actions. Morocco is currently seen as a serious player, someone who can be counted on and who is dedicated.
A clear example of this recognition is that the United States invited King Mohammed VI to be a founding member of the ‘Peace Council’. This initiative was created in Washington with the idea of uniting diplomatic efforts in regions where there are conflicts. According to Abdelkader El Yousfi, who was Morocco's ambassador and is now a diplomatic analyst, ‘these kinds of invitations are not extended out of courtesy’.
Invitation to the ‘Peace Council’ and criteria for participation
‘These are restricted forums for states with influence and a willingness to truly contribute to international stability,’ he stresses. Internal stability is fundamental to our foreign policy. It lays the foundation on which we build our relationships with other nations.
It is clear that these internal efforts underpin the country's position on the international stage, enabling it to tackle challenges and seek opportunities with greater confidence. This approach allows us to project strength and cohesion, which is essential for managing global issues in a coherent manner, from which Morocco benefits greatly.
Domestic policy as the basis for foreign action
Experts point out that Morocco's international relevance cannot be understood without looking at its domestic policy. In their view, the country's confidence abroad is based on institutional consolidation and social stability.
‘There can be no strong diplomacy without a solid state at home,’ said Khadija Rouissi, a political scientist and governance consultant, making it clear that the two aspects are closely linked. Rabat's goal has always been to strengthen institutions, improve electoral processes and make the political system more accessible, especially for young people and skilled professionals.
Institutional reforms and electoral rules
Rouissi adds that the rules for elections in this context ‘should help capable people reach public office, rather than being an impediment,’ placing a clear emphasis on integrity and openness. Social policies are fundamental to the legitimacy of the state, as it is through them that a link is created between the government and citizens based on the perception that the state is fulfilling its responsibility to ensure the well-being of its inhabitants and protect their rights.
When a government develops policies to solve social problems, such as poverty or access to healthcare, it generates a feeling of trust in society, which is interpreted as a genuine intention to make everyday life easier.
Social policies and trust building
However, if these policies fail or do not even exist, people may lose faith and credibility in the state as an institution. That is why it is vital for society to have a sense of belonging and to be part of the policies.
When the population sees and feels that their needs are being taken into account, a very strong bond is created, leading to simpler and more efficient governance. This is very important for the growth of any society.
Belonging, cohesion, transparency and governance
It is essential that social programmes are clear. When the administration is clear and fair, society has more confidence in institutions. Knowing how resources are used and the results they produce is the best way to show the population that the state is functioning well.
In conclusion, the legitimacy of the state is not only obtained through force or legal formality, but also through the effective delivery of social policies. By responding to the expectations of the population, encouraging participation and maintaining transparency, the state can consolidate its position and secure the necessary support for its governance.
State legitimacy and social progress as seen from abroad
Social growth is an important point that analysts also mention. Education, health, employment, and infrastructure are key to strengthening the state's internal validity and external image. International partners, to a large extent, closely monitor whether economic progress leads to social unity, notes Youssef Charkaoui, an economist and public policy specialist.
Experts indicate that Morocco's international relevance cannot be understood without observing its domestic policy. In their opinion, the country's confidence abroad is based on institutional consolidation and social stability.