Mohammed VI, with the citizens
Defending the interests of citizens is a cause for everyone, political parties, elected representatives, the media, and all the driving forces in Morocco
The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, has been clear and emphatic in his speech to Parliament, calling on members of parliament to work seriously to defend the improvement of living and working conditions for all Moroccans.
The King responded firmly and forcefully in defense of the cause of citizens who, in recent days, have taken to the streets of several Moroccan cities, bringing thousands of young people together to demand improvements in health and education in the face of the huge costs of building soccer stadiums for the 2030 World Cup, and to demand an end to corruption.
Mohammed VI recalled his speech at the recent Throne Day celebrations on July 30, in which he called for effective plans in rural areas to avoid serious social differences and a two-speed Morocco. A few days later, the Minister of the Interior announced the implementation of several plans for rural development and job creation.
In his speech to Parliament, the King emphasized the need to work seriously and without creating competition between large projects so that the common goal is the development of the entire country and the improvement of the living conditions of the population.
Another important point was the need to inform the people about the initiatives and projects undertaken by the public authorities, with particular emphasis on those relating to freedoms and rights.
In different areas of Moroccan society, voices emerged in professional and media sectors after the Throne Day, calling for the immediate and unconditional implementation of the initiatives put forward by Mohammed VI, with a very accurate diagnosis, as has been confirmed by the demonstrations in recent days. Last year, their demands focused on water management and infrastructure.
In short, Morocco's challenge is largely focused on effectively accelerating the pace of the so-called emerging Morocco with projects that benefit all citizens, using the level of local development as a benchmark to reflect the degree of solidarity.
Mohammed VI did this in 2011 with the reform of the Constitution, and he is doing it now to meet the demands of the Moroccan people.