Official Reception Marks 27th Anniversary of King Mohammed VI's Ascension
The picturesque Masia Colina in Tarragona recently hosted an official reception organized by the General Consulate of the Kingdom of Morocco, celebrating the 27th anniversary of His Majesty King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne. This event attracted a diverse array of attendees, including local, regional, and national authorities, along with representatives from the judicial, military, and police sectors. The consular corps, academic leaders, business figures, cultural icons, and members of the Moroccan community were also present to honor this significant occasion, which underscored the strong ties between Morocco and Spain.
The festivities commenced with the screening of an institutional video that highlighted the major advancements achieved by the Kingdom of Morocco during the reign of King Mohammed VI. The video showcased impressive developments in various sectors, including infrastructure, economy, and industry, as well as Morocco's growing international presence, reflecting the country's transformation over the past 27 years.
Strengthening Ties and Celebrating Achievements
During her speech, Ikram Chahine, the General Consul of the Kingdom of Morocco in Tarragona, Lleida, and Aragón, extended her congratulations to Spain for winning the 2026 FIFA World Cup. She reminisced about her remarks from four years prior at the same celebration, emphasizing the significance of the 2030 World Cup, which will be jointly hosted by Morocco, Spain, and Portugal. This initiative is seen as a project aimed at enhancing friendship, cooperation, and understanding across the Mediterranean.
Chahine also reflected on the progress Morocco has made under King Mohammed VI's leadership, particularly in modernizing infrastructure, advancing energy transition, strengthening the industrial sector, and boosting the country's ability to attract strategic investments. She noted that the organization of the 2030 World Cup is expediting Morocco's transformation and bolstering its international standing.
Élisabeth Romero, the sub-delegate of the Government in Tarragona, emphasized the robust relationship between Spain and Morocco, referencing the Treaty of Friendship, Good Neighborliness, and Cooperation signed in 1991 as a cornerstone of their bilateral relations. She highlighted the collaborative efforts between the two nations across various sectors and underscored the importance of the human connections that bind them.
Romero further acknowledged the vital role of the Moroccan community in Tarragona, describing it as the largest foreign group that is fully integrated into the social and economic fabric of the region. The reception concluded on a note of warmth and camaraderie, reinforcing the ongoing commitment to strengthen the bonds of friendship, mutual respect, and cooperation between Morocco, Spain, and Catalonia.
As reported by diaridetarragona.com.
