Spain's Critical Stance on Morocco's Partnership

In a recent statement, Estrella Galán, a European Parliament member from the 'Sumar' party, has raised serious concerns regarding Morocco's reliability as a partner for Spain. Galán emphasized the need for a profound reassessment of the relationship with the Moroccan government, particularly in light of its troubling human rights record and its handling of migration issues. In her interview with the Spanish newspaper 'El HuffPost', she asserted that cooperation with Morocco should not equate to submission, highlighting that the current dynamics with the Moroccan authorities have shifted from collaboration to a state of coercion and extortion.

Human Rights Violations and Migration Policies

Galán's critical remarks point directly to Morocco's approach to immigration, arguing that the country should not dictate the management of migration policies or use migrant flows as a bargaining chip through deceptive maneuvers. She categorically rejected the notion that migration issues could be leveraged for political gain. Furthermore, she did not shy away from addressing Morocco's human rights violations, stating unequivocally that the nation fails to respect the rights of both its citizens and migrants. This disregard for human dignity stands in stark contrast to any potential role Morocco could play in border control and immigration management. Galán concluded her statements by asserting that any future cooperation must be grounded in a foundation of respect for human rights.

As reported by aps.dz.