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In a message marking the 60th anniversary of Morocco's first parliament, King Mohammed VI emphasized that the Kingdom was a pioneer in constitutionally enshrining participatory democracy and civil society roles. The Sovereign called for prioritizing national interests, enacting a binding parliamentary code of ethics, and enhancing the representation of women and youth.
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan received, yesterday Monday at the Guest Palace in Rabat, His Royal Highness Prince Turki bin Mohammed bin Fahd bin Abdulaziz, Minister of State and Member of the Saudi Council of Ministers, bearing a verbal message to His Majesty King Mohammed VI from the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, King of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
In 2023, Moroccan diplomacy achieved a record 100% success rate, securing 46 candidacies for positions across 30 international and regional organizations. This unprecedented milestone—spanning political, human rights, economic, cultural, and sports domains—embodies the international community's trust in the high royal vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI for a solidary, pragmatic multilateralism.
King Mohammed VI addressed a royal message to the participants of the international symposium in Rabat marking the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The Sovereign emphasized Morocco's firm commitment to advancing human rights as a core pillar of public policies, highlighting major structural reforms such as the generalization of social protection and consultations for the revision of the Family Code. He also called for enhanced international solidarity and the active contribution of Global South countries to ensure the effective implementation of universal human rights.
King Mohammed VI addressed a message to the Chairman of the Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People on the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. The Sovereign strongly condemned the critical situation in Gaza since October 7, 2023, reiterating the four priorities from the Arab-Islamic summit (permanent ceasefire, civilian protection, humanitarian aid, and reviving the two-state solution). As Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, he reaffirmed Morocco's steadfast stance supporting the Palestinian people's rights to establish an independent state with East Jerusalem as its capital.
The Moroccan people celebrated the 68th anniversary of Independence Day, commemorating the historic epic of national struggle and the strong alliance between the Throne and the people in defense of national unity. The occasion highlights key milestones in Morocco's history—from resistance against colonialism to the Revolution of the King and the People and the return of legitimacy—while emphasizing the ongoing comprehensive development and reforms led by King Mohammed VI.
King Mohammed VI delivered a Royal Speech on the 48th anniversary of the Glorious Green March, focusing on enhancing Morocco's Atlantic dimension and transforming its Atlantic coast into a hub for economic integration and continental outreach. His Majesty highlighted major development projects in the southern provinces, the Morocco-Nigeria Gas Pipeline project, and a strategic initiative to enable landlocked Sahel countries to access the Atlantic Ocean utilizing Moroccan infrastructure. The King also emphasized the value of "seriousness" in driving ongoing reforms, while praising the growing international recognition of the Moroccan Sahara and the autonomy initiative.
The Moroccan people commemorate the 25th anniversary of the passing of late King Hassan II, recalling his pivotal role in shaping modern Morocco. His reign was defined by establishing the pillars of a modern institutional state, achieving territorial integrity peacefully through the Green March, and driving socioeconomic modernization while preserving national heritage. Internationally and continentally, he championed peace, dialogue, the Palestinian cause, and African unity. Today, King Mohammed VI continues this ambitious path of development, modernization, and regional leadership.
In His message to the WB and IMF Annual Meetings in Marrakech, King Mohammed VI emphasized the urgent need to reform the global multilateral financial system to address contemporary economic and environmental challenges. His Majesty advocated for Africa's rightful global standing and fair debt-relief frameworks, while highlighting Morocco’s resilience, human-centric development model, and universal social protection initiative.
In His opening address to Parliament, King Mohammed VI addressed the tragic Al-Haouz earthquake, praising the extraordinary solidarity of the Moroccan people, civil society, armed forces, and international partners, while stressing the absolute priority of reconstruction. His Majesty highlighted foundational Moroccan values—spiritual, national, and social cohesion—and announced the rollout of the direct social support program by the end of the year to aid vulnerable families, children, and the elderly, alongside ongoing efforts to reform the Family Code.
King Mohammed VI addressed a Royal Message to the Head of Government regarding the revision of the Family Code (Moudawana), following up on his 2022 Throne Speech. The Sovereign entrusted joint practical supervision of this reform to the Ministry of Justice, the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power, and the Presidency of the Public Prosecution, mandating wide participatory consultations involving the Supreme Scientific Council, the CNDH, and civil society, with a six-month deadline to submit proposals for Royal approval prior to parliamentary review.
His Majesty King Mohammed VI visited the "Mohammed VI" University Hospital in Marrakech to check on the victims of the Al Haouz earthquake and the medical care provided to them. During the visit, the King donated blood in solidarity with the victims, a gesture reflecting High Royal Care and the strong cohesion between the King and the people in overcoming this disaster, which saw over 2,171 injured admitted to regional hospitals.
