King Mohammed VI, may Allah bless your work

Arab Times

2 days ago

DEVELOPING countries amid a troubling international situation is a difficult equation. Nevertheless, this has not been the case for King Mohammed VI of Morocco, who has faced challenges throughout 26 years of tireless work. He exerted tremendous efforts to establish a capable and strong kingdom. Events have proven that the trees he planted have borne fruit on more than one level, while his efforts continue to achieve further gains in other areas.
The Moroccan monarch pointed out that 'whatever the country has achieved is not a coincidence, as it is the result of sound major development choices and the fruit of political and institutional stability.' I have been saying for a long time that Morocco is the golden gateway to Africa. Therefore, Morocco has been working hard at all levels to lead the region in terms of development.
King Mohammed VI is fully aware that his country cannot achieve miracles alone, but rather requires two wings to take off -- the Arab and African wings. The Kingdom of Morocco has long played this role, gaining the world's trust in the Kingdom as an active investment hub at all levels. Today, Morocco is a leading hub in several industries, including automotive assembly, aircraft component manufacturing, renewable energy, and more. These industrial projects have contributed to minimizing unemployment and enhancing food self-sufficiency.
'Building on this solid foundation, a more competitive, diversified, and open economy has been established,' King Mohammed VI asserted during his speech from the Throne. The Moroccan economy today is the center of power in Africa, significantly boosting the gross domestic product and diversifying sources of income. Despite the natural challenges like drought and international crises, Morocco managed to maintain an upward trajectory at all levels and achieved significant growth, positively impacting the standard of living of the citizens and creating new job opportunities. These achievements would not have been possible without a developed and advanced infrastructure, encompassing all service facilities.
Despite all that has been achieved over the past two and a half decades, the energetic King was frank with his people when he said, 'I will not be satisfied – regardless of the level of economic and infrastructure development – if it does not contribute to improving the living conditions of citizens in all social classes and in all areas.' This sincerity has been maintained by King Mohammed VI since assuming power, making it the foundation of Morocco's relations with the entire world. Thus, the many roles that Rabat has played throughout history have been based on its unwavering positions and its extension of friendship and cooperation to everyone, especially its natural geographical neighbors. Consequently, King Mohammed VI stresses, on every occasion, the close relations with the Algerian people.
He affirmed, 'We have a strong commitment to extend a helping hand to our brothers in Algeria.' The Western Sahara issue has long been a source of concern and trouble for Rabat. However, thanks to King Mohammed VI's wisdom, diplomacy, and sagacity, he managed to steer the compass towards the right direction. King Mohammed VI has always been keen on clearly stating Moroccan rights within the framework of the Kingdom's sovereignty over the Sahara, which has strengthened the positions of many countries regarding the issue. Today, 26 years after assuming power, King Mohammed VI succeeded in taking his country to new horizons.
On this occasion, one cannot forget what the late King Hassan II once said about his son: 'I prepared him to carry the nation. I did not teach him to be a prince, but rather a servant of his country.' Indeed, King Mohammed VI is the best servant of his country, his homeland and his people. King Mohammed VI is the man capable of solving the most difficult problems.