Accra, Nov. 13, GNA– A conference in Lyon has highlighted Morocco’s growing role in Euro-African cooperation and the prospects of the strategic partnership between Morocco and France.
The meeting, organised by the Moroccan Centre for Research on Globalisation (NejMaroc) in collaboration with the Consulate General of Morocco in Lyon, formed part of activities marking the Green March and Unity Day celebrations.
Participants noted Morocco’s increasing attractiveness as an investment destination, its major infrastructure and development projects, and its ability to establish strategic partnerships across Africa and Europe.
Speaking at the event, Ms Rajae Benchaji, Morocco’s Consul General in Lyon, said the Kingdom was undergoing significant transformation under the leadership of King Mohammed VI.
She cited key initiatives and projects, including the Royal Initiative to facilitate access by Sahel countries to the Atlantic Ocean, the African-Atlantic gas pipeline project, Tanger Med Port, high-speed rail lines, and the Nador West Med and Dakhla Atlantique ports.
Ms Benchaji said relations between Morocco and France had entered a new phase, marked by stronger cooperation in strategic sectors such as transport, education, culture, defence, civil aviation and water management.
Mr Yassine El Yattioui, Secretary General of NejMaroc, described Morocco as an emerging African power and an important partner for France.
He stressed the need to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the economic, diplomatic, scientific and educational sectors.
Held under the theme, “France-Morocco: A Strategic Partnership Between Diplomacy and Expertise,” the conference also examined opportunities for university collaboration and the role of young people in fostering closer ties between the two countries.
The event marked the launch of a series of conferences that will bring together institutional representatives, academics and local elected officials to discuss issues of mutual interest.
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Edited by Kenneth Odeng Adade