Moroccan Monarch Highlights Strong Economy, Social Solidarity, and Diplomatic Engagement in National Address

King Mohammed VI marked the 26th anniversary of his accession to the throne with a powerful and forward-looking Throne Speech, reaffirming Morocco’s economic resilience, commitment to territorial equity, and regional diplomacy.

Delivered on July 29, the 2025 address was structured around three strategic priorities: consolidating Morocco’s economic development model, promoting integrated territorial development to reduce disparities, and affirming a diplomacy of regional openness.

Opening with an optimistic assessment of Morocco’s economy, the King emphasised its steady performance despite global economic pressures and years of drought.

“The national economy has maintained a substantial and steady growth rate in recent years,” he stated, highlighting the nation’s capacity to navigate crises while preserving macroeconomic stability. The King credited the country’s industrial momentum, noting a significant increase in exports since 2014, especially in high-value global trades.

This industrial revival aligns with long-term policies like the Industrial Acceleration Plan (2014–2020) and the National Industrial Acceleration Strategy (2021–2030), reflecting Morocco’s goal to position itself as a rising industrial power within global value chains.

However, economic development, he stressed, must be inclusive.

“I will not be satisfied unless this development translates into improved living conditions for citizens across all regions,” the monarch declared. He acknowledged ongoing challenges such as poverty and social vulnerability in some areas and called for greater spatial justice.“

There is no place today or in the future for a Morocco that moves at two speeds,” said King Mohammed VI, underlining the urgency of reducing regional disparities.

He urged the government to prioritise direct support for families in need and invest in integrated territorial development, ensuring that economic gains benefit all Moroccan citizens equally.

In a compelling diplomatic segment, the King renewed his commitment to regional cooperation and peaceful resolution of tensions, especially with Algeria.

Reaffirming Morocco’s long-standing “outstretched hand” policy, he voiced openness to sincere, fraternal dialogue.“As King of Morocco, my position is clear and constant: the Algerian people are a brotherly people,” he stated.

“We are united by deep-rooted historical and human ties… I have always been keen to extend the hand of fellowship to our brothers in Algeria.”

On the Western Sahara issue, King Mohammed VI reiterated Morocco’s firm yet conciliatory stance. He advocated for a “compromise solution with no winner and no loser” that preserves the dignity of all involved.

The King took the opportunity to thank the United Kingdom and Portugal for their support of Morocco’s Autonomy Initiative, which he described as the only realistic and credible solution to the Sahara conflict.

This message followed a decade of growing international backing for Morocco’s autonomy plan, which has seen endorsement from major players including the United States, France, Spain, and other global partners.

As Morocco continues to assert itself economically and diplomatically, the 2025 Throne Speech reinforced a clear message: progress must be both inclusive and cooperative, grounded in national unity and regional partnership.