On September 8, 2026, in Conakry, Morocco and Guinea publicly reaffirmed their commitment to invigorating the strategic partnership between their nations. This pivotal moment was marked during the 8th session of the Morocco-Guinea Joint Cooperation Commission, which was co-chaired by Nasser Bourita, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, alongside Dr. Morissanda Kouyaté, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Guineans Living Abroad. The session highlighted the long-standing ties of friendship, cooperation, and solidarity that have existed between Morocco and Guinea for centuries, illustrating the mutual respect and esteem shared by His Majesty King Mohammed VI and President Mamadi Doumbouya.
During their discussions, the ministers undertook a comprehensive review of the current state of bilateral cooperation. They expressed a unified commitment to elevate the Morocco-Guinea partnership to a strategic level, driven by shared interests and aspirations for sustainable development. Their goal is to establish an exemplary model of South-South cooperation that benefits both nations. In this context, Bourita lauded the Guinean President's vision encapsulated in the "Simandou 2040" program, emphasizing Morocco’s readiness to share its development experiences in accordance with the High Royal Guidelines set forth by King Mohammed VI.
Morocco’s intention to support Guinea’s developmental initiatives extends to several key sectors including strategic infrastructure, security, fisheries, healthcare, food security, industrial and agricultural processing, and energy. This collaborative approach aims to enhance the overall prosperity of both countries while addressing critical areas of mutual concern.
A significant outcome of the 8th session was the strengthening of the legal framework governing bilateral cooperation. The two nations signed 25 cooperation agreements that span a diverse array of sectors, such as economy, finance, air transport, customs, agriculture, energy, tourism, justice, healthcare, and more. This comprehensive agreement not only reflects the commitment to bolster relations but also signifies a proactive approach towards fostering development across multiple domains.
In conclusion, both ministers reiterated their dedication to following up on the implementation of this enhanced legal framework, aiming to further solidify the privileged partnership between the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Guinea. This strategic collaboration is poised to drive significant economic growth and deepen ties between the two nations.
As reported by diplomatie.ma.
