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Ya Biladi
18-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Casablanca : Protest against the arrival of a ship carrying weapons for Israel
The Democratic Confederation of Labor and the National Union of Labor have firmly rejected any cooperation with ships suspected of transporting weapons destined for the Israeli army through the Port of Casablanca, amid the ongoing war on the Gaza Strip. The unions stated that a ship operated by the Danish company MAERSK, arriving from the American port of New Jersey, is expected to dock at the Port of Casablanca between April 18 and 20. They claim the ship is carrying military equipment and ammunition intended for the Israeli occupation, amidst a relentless and deadly assault on the Palestinian people since October 7, 2023, which has resulted in thousands of civilian casualties. The unions urged all workers, employees, and port staff to refuse any logistical or technical involvement with the vessel—whether unloading, supplying, transporting, or installing—stating that any contribution would amount to complicity in war crimes and would contradict Morocco's popular support for Palestine. Marches in Casablanca and Tangier In the same statement, the Democratic Confederation of Labor praised the stance taken by workers at the French port of Marseille, who refused to load weapons bound for the Port of Haifa. They called this a model to follow in resisting occupation and defending human values. The Moroccan unions also reaffirmed their full participation in the international campaign to boycott military cargo ships, particularly those carrying F-35 fighter jets and incendiary bombs used in the war on Gaza. Alongside the unions, the Moroccan Front for Supporting Palestine and Opposing Normalization and the National Action Group for Palestine have called for popular protests and marches. These include a demonstration on the evening of Friday, April 18, at the Port of Casablanca, and a national march on Sunday, April 20, starting from the United Nations Square towards the port. A parallel march is also planned from in Tangier. According to the unions, rejecting the docking of such ships in Moroccan ports is not only a humanitarian obligation but a national duty. They called on Moroccan authorities to take a clear stance by preventing the arrival of any vessels carrying military shipments for Israel and to reconsider normalization agreements that, in their view, do not serve Morocco's security or the unity of its people.
Morocco World
28-03-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
CDT Establishes New Union for Al Akhawayn University Staff
Rabat – The Democratic Confederation of Labor ( CDT ) hosted a founding general assembly last week to establish the union office for professors and employees of Al Akhawayn University. A statement from CDT noted that this aligns with measures seeking to expand its presence across different professional sectors. During the assembly, participants discussed different challenges affecting Al Akhawayn employees, stressing the importance of union organization in safeguarding their rights. The discussion also encompassed the need to improve benefits and reinforce social dialogue as a way to improve working conditions. In line with its principles, CDT emphasizes its commitment to supporting and accompanying the union office in its advocacy efforts to serve the interests of university employees. 'It also called on all staff members to unite under their union framework, strengthen their solidarity, and actively defend their rights, ' CDT said. The confederation has reaffirmed its commitment to continue supporting all union-led advocacy initiatives as well as defending victims of exploitation and repression of union and democratic freedoms. According to the confederation website, CDT expanded its presence across Moroccan cities and regions to fortify union rights and push for their practical regional as well as to fulfill workers' demands. CDT is also committed to working at the international level, forging bilateral partnerships with European trade unions in Spain, France, Belgium, and Italy to strengthen international labor solidarity.
Morocco World
17-02-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
CDT Pressures Government With New Protest Against Economic Struggles
Rabat – The Democratic Confederation of Labor (CDT) has announced a national march in Casablanca on Sunday, February 23, in protest against rising prices, declining purchasing power, and growing unemployment. The union denounced what it described as 'interference between wealth and power,' pointing to economic hardship and what it sees as government indifference to workers' concerns. 'This is not just about wages. Families struggle to afford basic necessities, and the government refuses to listen,' the CDT said in a statement. This mobilization follows the general strike on February 5 and 6. The CDT strongly criticized the government's approach, accusing it of 'undermining hard-won rights and restricting union freedoms.' The union rejected what it called 'regressive and unpopular laws,' passed without consultation. Among them is Organic Law 97.15 on the right to strike, approved by the House of Representatives on the same day as the unions' general strike. UMT-affiliated members opposed the bill, walking out before the voting began to protest against what they saw as a rushed and unilateral decision. The CDT also condemned the proposed transfer of CNOPS (National Fund for Social Welfare Organizations) to CNSS (National Social Security Fund), a move it argues would weaken healthcare coverage for workers. 'The government bears full responsibility for rising social tensions,' the CDT stated, accusing authorities of ignoring the framework for negotiations outlined in the National Charter of April 30, 2022. The union urged 'all national, local, and sectoral trade union structures, professional organizations, workers, and citizens' to take part in the march. Earlier this month, labor unions warned that the general strike marked only the beginning of broader resistance and social upheaval if the government doesn't respond to their demands. Tags: CDTMorocco governmentSocial Problemsstrike law in Morocco
