HIBAPRESS – WAM
The Vice President of the House of Councillors, Ahmed Ouchichen, received on Thursday in Rabat a delegation from the International Organisation of La Francophonie, headed by André-Magnus Ekoumou.
A statement from the Council indicated that this meeting was an opportunity to review the most prominent developments in the political and electoral landscape in the Kingdom, and the achievements made by Morocco in the field of democratic practice, institutional development, and strengthening pluralism.
The same source added that discussions also focused on the participation of youth and women in political and electoral life, where a number of mechanisms adopted in Morocco to enhance their presence within elected bodies were reviewed, alongside existing challenges and ways to overcome them to consolidate broader and more effective representation in public affairs management.
The two sides also discussed ways for international bodies to monitor upcoming electoral events and to exchange best practices in areas related to the development of the electoral system and the integration of various social groups, while emphasizing the importance of exchanging experiences and expanding areas of parliamentary cooperation.
Mr. Ouchichen addressed the status of Amazigh as a fundamental component of Moroccan identity, and the progress made in promoting it at both the constitutional and institutional levels, emphasizing the importance of broadening the involvement of various segments of society in public life and strengthening confidence in institutions.
