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Prime Minister-designate Fatima-Zahra Mansouri met with Mohamed Joudar, Secretary-General of the Constitutional Union Party, as part of consultations to form Morocco’s new government. Discussions focused on employment, purchasing power, education, healthcare, social and territorial justice, and preparations for the 2030 World Cup.
Mohamed Joudar, Secretary-General of the Constitutional Union, urged voters to turn out in large numbers to strengthen Moroccan democracy and shape the Kingdom's legislative and executive direction for the next five years. Speaking after casting his ballot in Casablanca, he highlighted key priorities for the upcoming government—including healthcare, education, purchasing power protection, and preparations for the 2030 World Cup—noting the party's participation with 74 local and 12 regional electoral lists.
On September 7 in Casablanca, the Constitutional Union (UC) launched its platform for the 2026 legislative elections, prioritizing job creation, purchasing power, and productive growth under the commitment "A Productive Economy, More Job Opportunities, and Stronger Purchasing Power." Key Challenges Addressed: Secretary-General Mohamed Joudar highlighted that ~2.9 million Moroccan youth are currently not in employment, education, or training (NEETs), alongside inflation pressures and market intermediaries driving up living costs. Core Proposals: Align vocational training with market demands and support first-job access for youth. Improve the business climate, expand financing for SMEs/startups, and combat monopolies and rent-seeking. Strengthen market competition and supply chain transparency to curb inflation rather than relying solely on temporary price fixes. Combine private initiative with strategic state oversight to ensure growth benefits all social classes and regions.
As part of its nationwide organizational drive, the Constitutional Union (UC) held its provincial congress in Sidi Bernoussi Sidi Moumen, chaired by Secretary-General Mohamed Joudar. Election: Hicham Chaboura was unanimously elected as Provincial Secretary. Objectives: Renew party leadership, strengthen field presence, and stay connected with citizens' daily needs. Context: Preparing for upcoming legislative elections by upgrading local party structures.
Chaired by His Majesty King Mohammed VI on April 9, 2026, in Rabat, the Council of Ministers approved key territorial development reforms, legislative acts, international treaties, and senior appointments. Strong Agricultural Recovery: Record rainfall (520 mm, +54%) boosted dam levels to 75% capacity (12.8B m³), ensuring irrigation security and record yield increases in olives (2M tons), citrus, and livestock replenishment. Territorial Development (210B MAD): Launch of an 8-year bottom-up strategy governed locally and nationally, replacing AREP agencies with joint-stock companies for greater efficiency. Legislative & Military Decrees: Amended organic laws on regional powers and senior public appointments. Updated allowance frameworks for military attachés stationed abroad. Approved 15 international agreements (11 bilateral and 4 multilateral). Senior Appointments: Named Directors General for Territorial Health Groups (GST) across Casablanca-Settat, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Fez-Meknes, Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra, and Souss-Massa.
On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Constitutional Union (UC) regional headquarters in Tangier hosted a collective Iftar for party members across the Tangier-Assilah prefecture. The gathering served to reinforce internal unity, review local outreach strategies, and step up organizational preparations ahead of upcoming political milestones.
The Constitutional Women's Organization, in partnership with the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, held a training workshop in Casablanca focused on women's political participation as a driver for development and democracy. The initiative aimed to enhance leadership and communication skills while exploring strategies to boost female representation in political parties and elected bodies. Key sessions covered legal frameworks, advocacy, and governance, underscoring that empowering women politically is essential for sustainable development and participatory democracy.
As part of the Constitutional Union (UC) party's organizational momentum, Mr. Mohamed El Zemmouri, regional coordinator for Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima and Political Bureau member, chaired an outreach meeting with regional figures alongside Regional Director Abdeslam Hamdan and local elected officials. Mr. El Zemmouri welcomed new members to the party and reaffirmed the UC's commitment to advancing local and national development.
Secretary General of the Constitutional Union (UC), received African political leaders in Casablanca during the founding General Assembly of the African Democratic Alliance for Freedom and Progress (ADAFP). The gathering reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to its African ties under the strategic vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, emphasizing South-South cooperation, democratic governance, and economic integration. The party hosted an official dinner for the delegations as the assembly works to finalize founding charters and elect leadership.
On February 9, 2025, Constitutional Union (UC) Member of Parliament Abdelaziz El Ouadki chaired an outreach meeting with local elected officials in the Sahel commune (Larache province). Mr. El Ouadki emphasized the importance of citizen engagement and local development, pledging to raise the commune's challenges before the House of Representatives and relevant governmental authorities.
Constitutional Union candidate Abdellah Banhnia was elected President of the Dar Bouazza municipal council, securing 21 votes against 16 for his Authenticity and Modernity Party rival, with backing from the Istiqlal, RNI, and Renaissance and Virtue parties. The session also established the new municipal governing board, amid growing local expectations to enhance public service delivery and local governance for the remainder of the current term.
The National Organization of Constitutional Union Health Professionals organized a training session on "Introduction to Political Action for Health Professionals," attended by party Secretary-General Mohamed Joudar and around 120 professionals. Framed by El Habib Eddakkak and moderated by Rayed El Mehdi and Samira Sthaqi, the initiative aimed to empower health practitioners with political participation tools and enhance their role as a proactive force in public policy formulation.
