Strengthening Parliamentary Relations in Africa
On June 20, 2026, the vibrant city of Marrakech hosted a significant diplomatic event spearheaded by Mohamed Ould Rashid, the President of the Moroccan House of Councillors. This occasion brought together leaders and representatives from various prominent African legislative institutions to engage in meaningful discussions aimed at bolstering parliamentary cooperation and fostering inter-partnerships across the continent. The meetings unfolded against the backdrop of the fourth edition of the Marrakech Economic Parliamentary Forum, which focuses on Euro-Mediterranean and Gulf cooperation.
Among the notable attendees were Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djinnfari, President of the Advisory Council for Reconstitution in Niger, and Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of the Parliament of Ghana. The discussions also featured Dileita Mohamed Dileita, President of the National Assembly of Djibouti, and Mamadou Satini Diabety, President of the High Council of Communities in Mali, alongside Abdou Moussa Dine, President of the Union of Comoros Council.
Fostering New Avenues for Collaboration
During these crucial talks, key strategic initiatives launched by King Mohammed VI aimed at enhancing cooperation with African nations were at the forefront of discussions. These initiatives are seen as having the potential to significantly enhance mutual collaboration and promote economic and political integration on a continental scale. The leaders evaluated existing bilateral relations and cooperation agreements while also focusing on innovative approaches to support South-South partnerships. They emphasized the importance of establishing permanent coordination channels among African parliamentary institutions.
The collective outcomes of these meetings underscored the pivotal role of the Kingdom of Morocco as a leading strategic platform for regional cooperation. The African leaders acknowledged the growing significance of the Marrakech Economic Forum as a reference space for exchanging ideas and building bridges of communication among various stakeholders across the continent.
As reported by ar.le360.ma.
