Bahrain and Morocco Strengthen Parliamentary Ties in Marrakech Meeting
High-Level Parliamentary Talks Aim to Enhance Bilateral Cooperation
In a significant step to bolster parliamentary cooperation between Bahrain and Morocco, H.E. Ahmed bin Salman Al-Musallam, Speaker of Bahrain's Council of Representatives, met with H.E. Mohamed Ould Rachid, President of Morocco's House of Councillors, on Friday morning in Marrakech. The meeting took place as part of the Bahraini parliamentary delegation's official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco.
Strong Foundations Guided by Leadership
During the meeting, Speaker Al-Musallam praised the deep-rooted and continually advancing relations between Bahrain and Morocco. He highlighted the strong support the bilateral ties receive from His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain and His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco, with additional backing from H.R.H. Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Bahrain, and H.E. Aziz Akhannouch, Prime Minister of Morocco.
'The ties between our nations are grounded in a strategic partnership, shared values, and a commitment to developmental projects,' said Al-Musallam. 'Our countries maintain ongoing coordination and hold aligned positions on regional and international issues, which is a testament to our enduring friendship and shared vision.'
Parliamentary Diplomacy as a Cornerstone
Al-Musallam emphasized the value of parliamentary visits in enriching bilateral relations, promoting legislative cooperation, and enhancing coordination at international parliamentary forums. He noted that such engagements provide a platform to exchange experiences and best practices in lawmaking and governance.
Moroccan Counterpart Echoes Commitment
For his part, H.E. Mohamed Ould Rachid lauded the role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening ties between the two brotherly nations. He stressed the importance of expanding economic collaboration, sharing legislative expertise, and reinforcing joint positions in global parliamentary arenas.
Delegation Attendees
The meeting was attended by several prominent Bahraini parliamentarians, including:
The discussions in Marrakech mark another milestone in the strong and steadily growing Bahrain-Morocco partnership, rooted in shared interests and mutual respect.
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