Introduction to the THAMM+ and PRIM2 Programs
In a significant development for legal migration, the European Union, France, and Morocco have unveiled two flagship initiatives aimed at fostering legal, circular migration that contributes to development. The THAMM+ Équipe France program is designed to create structured, secure pathways for professional mobility between Morocco and France, while the PRIM2 initiative aims to embed migration policies within local territories. Together, these projects represent a shared vision that perceives migration not merely as a challenge but as an opportunity for individuals, Morocco, and Europe as a whole.
Event Highlights and Objectives
The launch event was held at the prestigious Hôtel Tour Hassan in Rabat, graced by the presence of notable figures including Mr. Younes Skouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Business, Employment, and Skills; Mr. Dimiter Tzantchev, the European Union Ambassador to Morocco; Mr. Christophe Lecourtier, the French Ambassador to Morocco; and Ms. Cassilde Brenière, Deputy Director General of Expertise France. This initiative aligns with the "Team Europe" approach jointly advocated by the European Union and France, promoting a unified perspective on migration as a driver of economic, social, and human development. This framework is part of the strategic partnership between the Kingdom of Morocco and the European Union regarding migration, which is grounded in shared responsibility, rights protection, and the establishment of safe and regular migration pathways.
The THAMM+ program specifically addresses the needs of thousands of young Moroccans, particularly in rural areas, who possess skills and ambition but lack access to organized mobility pathways. Conversely, many sectors in Europe face challenges in recruitment, creating a mutual benefit that can be harnessed through structured migration policies that empower individuals while addressing labor shortages.
As reported by ma.diplomatie.gouv.fr.
