HIBAPRESS – Mohamed Zariouh
As part of the celebrations of the 50th anniversary of the Glorious Green March and in commemoration of the historic decision issued by the United Nations Security Council regarding the Moroccan Sahara, the theater of the Port of Tarragona (El Teatret del Port de Tarragona) witnessed on Thursday, November 6th, the opening of the distinguished photographic exhibition entitled "The Renaissance of Southern Morocco: Half a Century of Transformation and Progress between Authenticity and Modernity". This exhibition was organized by the Consulate General of the Kingdom of Morocco in Tarragona, Lleida and Aragon, in cooperation with the Port Authority of Tarragona, and it highlights the major developments that the Moroccan Sahara has witnessed over half a century.
The event was attended by a large number of local and regional authorities from various fields, including civil and military officials, in addition to figures from the economic, cultural, and media sectors. Representatives of Moroccan and Catalan associations, and members of the Moroccan community residing in Catalonia, were also present, which added an international dimension to this important event that addressed the issue of the Moroccan Sahara from the perspective of development and progress in the region.
The evening began with a documentary video showing the path of development of southern Morocco and the Moroccan Sahara over fifty years, where the developmental achievements and innovations that have been achieved despite the challenges were highlighted. This was followed by an intellectual meeting in which Ms. Ikram Chahine, Consul General of the Kingdom of Morocco in Tarragona, Mr. Santiago José Castilla, President of the Port of Tarragona, in addition to Dr. Andrew Lascurth Arcas, professor and historian, and Mr. Edmundo Amizern, researcher in international relations, participated.
After the intellectual interventions, the exhibition was officially opened, where a unique visual tour was presented that addressed how the Moroccan Sahara was able to reconcile the preservation of its rich cultural heritage and the path of modernization and innovation led by His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The exhibition showed the great progress achieved in various fields such as infrastructure, education, and health, reflecting Morocco's strategic vision in promoting sustainable development in the southern provinces.
The event concluded with a musical performance and traditional Hassani dances presented by the children of the "Nostalgia" association in the city of Lleida, who added a wonderful artistic touch that reflects the richness of the Hassani cultural heritage and the vitality of southern Morocco. The show was an opportunity to present a vivid picture of the cultural and civilizational diversity of the region.
In conclusion, a tea party and a networking session were organized, where the attendees exchanged views on the issue of the Moroccan Sahara, which strengthened the bonds of cooperation and friendship between the participants. This exhibition is considered an opportunity to celebrate the progress made by the Moroccan Sahara in the face of challenges, and to emphasize that this region is a fundamental pillar in the renaissance of modern Morocco.
The exhibition will remain open to the public in the theater of the Port of Tarragona until Sunday, November 9, 2025, according to the following schedule: • Friday, November 7: from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM • Saturday, November 8: from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM • Sunday, November 9: from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
