Tameeni: Morocco's Strength Lies in Its Internal Democracy, Not in 'Illusory Friends'
In a recent discussion, leftist leader Fatima Zahra Tameeni criticized what she termed the "stereotyping" of women's representation in public discourse. She pointed out that the engagement with women's issues tends to be tied to specific occasions, such as International Women's Day on March 8 or electoral events, rather than being structurally integrated into broader political discussions. Tameeni emphasized that this pattern reduces women's presence to isolated events and called for a more meaningful and ongoing inclusion of women in various political matters, moving away from ad-hoc approaches.
In addition, Tameeni addressed regional developments, particularly highlighting the escalating tensions stemming from what she described as the "Sion-American war on Iran." She argued that these events reveal the ongoing dynamics of imperialist domination over nations' resources, reiterating the plight faced by people in Gaza, where suffering, starvation, and ongoing blockades continue to occur. Tameeni stressed the importance of distinguishing between the state's official stance and the Moroccan people's position, asserting that the latter remains supportive of just causes, especially the Palestinian issue, and rejects normalization with Israel. She noted that this normalization transcends economic and diplomatic realms, and is now aimed at societal acceptance.
Tameeni asserted that Moroccans possess a sufficient level of awareness that enables them to comprehend the nature of the ongoing transformations and to resist attempts to reframe the notions of "friends" and "enemies" based on situational criteria. On the domestic front, she called for strengthening the internal front by establishing a true democracy that expands both public and individual freedoms, while linking responsibility to accountability. She contended that Morocco's strength and sovereignty fundamentally stem from the robustness of its internal situation and its citizens' capacity to defend the country's territorial integrity.
Moreover, she emphasized that it is the people who hold the right to determine their democratic models, rejecting any attempts to impose ready-made frameworks from abroad. Tameeni asserted that democracy cannot be imported; it must be built in accordance with the unique characteristics of each society. Analyzing the economic landscape, she noted that international crises highlight the fragility of the national economic structure, pointing to the persistent issues of corruption, rent-seeking, monopolies, and conflicts of interest. She referenced the fuel price crisis, explaining that while international prices have decreased, these reductions have not materialized for Moroccan consumers, contrasting sharply with the rapid price increases when markets rise. This, she concluded, is indicative of structural imbalances within the market.
In closing, Tameeni reiterated that these disparities not only require questioning the government's role but also extend to all constitutional institutions, given what she described as the intertwining of interests and the dominance of economic actors over decision-making processes. As reported by youtube.com.
