Enhancing Strategic Collaboration Between Morocco and the Islamic Development Bank
On September 9, 2026, Dr. Muhammad Suleiman Al-Jasser, the President of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), visited the capital of Morocco, Rabat, to explore ways to enhance the strategic partnership between Morocco and the IDB. This partnership aims to align with national priorities and support comprehensive development efforts within the kingdom.
During this visit, the Moroccan Minister of Economy and Finance, Nadia Fettah, honored Dr. Al-Jasser with the "Order of the Ouissam Alaouite" at the level of Commander, a prestigious award bestowed upon him by King Mohammed VI. The ceremony took place at the Ministry's headquarters and was attended by numerous government officials, diplomats, and members of the IDB's regional office team in Rabat.
This recognition highlights Dr. Al-Jasser's dedication to fostering cooperation and enhancing developmental partnerships between Morocco and the IDB. In his remarks at the ceremony, Dr. Al-Jasser expressed profound gratitude to King Mohammed VI for this honor, which reflects the deep-rooted historical relations and exemplary strategic partnership between Morocco and the IDB.
He praised Morocco's pivotal role in supporting the bank's initiatives, particularly in terms of enhancing cooperation among southern countries and promoting the exchange of expertise and knowledge among member states. These efforts significantly contribute to achieving sustainable development goals and advancing regional integration.
In light of the bilateral discussions, Dr. Al-Jasser held an extensive meeting with Minister Nadia Fettah, during which they reviewed prospects for developing their partnership and coordinating efforts to support Morocco's developmental priorities. He noted the successful formulation of a new "Country Partnership Strategy" for the next four years, emphasizing the importance of collaborative efforts with the Ministry of Economy and Finance to implement this strategy in line with national priorities.
Moreover, Dr. Al-Jasser met with the Moroccan Royal Advisor, Omar Al-Kabbaj, to discuss ways to enhance partnership mechanisms and continue the accelerated developmental trajectory witnessed by Morocco. This visit reaffirms the robust strategic partnership between Morocco and the Islamic Development Bank and both parties' commitment to advancing sustainable development efforts and enhancing cooperation among member countries, leading to tangible developmental achievements that positively impact Morocco and the broader region.
As reported by spa.gov.sa.
