Strengthening Economic and Regional Cooperation in Marrakech
On June 18, 2026, in anticipation of the upcoming fourth edition of the Economic Parliamentary Forum in Marrakech, a significant meeting took place between Dr. Harouna Djingarey Mamoudou, the President of the Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), and a delegation from the High Council of Local Communities of Mali, led by its President, Honorable Mamadou Diakité. This gathering, set against the backdrop of the Forum scheduled for June 19-20 under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, aims to foster economic dialogue and cooperation among Mediterranean and Gulf regions, with a special focus on Africa.
The meeting was marked by a spirit of brotherhood and a shared vision regarding their roles in the forthcoming forum. Discussions centered around the participation strategies for the Marrakech Forum and the coordination mechanisms that will guide their respective contributions. Both leaders expressed their commitment to collaborating within the framework of the Sahel States Confederation (AES), emphasizing the importance of a united voice on significant regional and international issues.
In attendance were notable figures such as Mr. Abdou Moustapha, the General Rapporteur of the CCR, and Mr. Bana Ibrahim, the President of the Geopolitical and International Environment Commission, highlighting the meeting's importance in fostering strategic dialogue and experience-sharing. Beyond its ceremonial nature, this engagement represented a crucial opportunity for both institutions to align on a shared vision for economic development, regional integration, and enhanced cooperation among AES member countries.
The discussions underscored a collective determination to elevate the Sahel’s influence on major regional and global concerns, reflecting a commitment to mutual support and solidarity in addressing the aspirations of their respective populations.
As reported by lesahel.org.
