King Mohammed VI on Monday 29 July delivered a speech to the people, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the Sovereign's accession to the throne of his ancestors. During these years, and by the Grace of the Almighty, we have accomplished a great deal in terms of political and institutional reforms and the consolidation of the Moroccan identity, the King said.
Mentioning the launch of many economic and development projects as well as social programs to achieve social cohesion and enable citizens to have access to basic services, the king said he also sought to consolidate the country’s territorial integrity and enhance Morocco’s standing as an influential player and a responsible, reliable partner at the regional and international levels.
One of the greatest challenges we are facing today is that of water – a challenge which is becoming increasingly serious due to drought, the impact of climate change, a naturally growing demand and the delay in completing some of the projects planned as part of our water policy, the King underlined. “Six consecutive years of drought have had a profound impact on water reserves and groundwater, making the water situation more and more fragile and complex” he stated.
To address this situation, which many regions are suffering from, especially in rural settings, I have instructed the authorities concerned to take urgent, innovative steps in order to avoid water shortages. Concurrently, I have been insisting on the optimal implementation of all components of the 2020-2027 National Program for the Supply of Drinking Water and Irrigation Water, which has contributed to mitigating the severity of the water situation.
The deteriorating conditions in the region require going beyond the logic of crisis management and seeking, instead, a final solution to this conflict, putting an end to the war in Gaza is an urgent priority, then this must be achieved concurrently with opening up political prospects conducive to a just and lasting peace in the region.
By 2030, Morocco will cover more than half its drinking water needs thanks to these desalination plants. This will also make it possible to irrigate vast farming areas, thereby helping to enhance the country’s food security, he said while mentioning the Casablanca desalination plant, which will be the largest of its kind in Africa, and the second worldwide to be 100% powered by clean energy.
As Chairman of the al-Quds Committee, he pointed out how he managed to have an unprecedented route opened up, through which we delivered urgent food and medical aid to our brothers and sisters in Gaza.
And in keeping with the same spirit of commitment and responsibility, I continue to back constructive initiatives aimed at finding practical solutions, achieving a tangible and permanent ceasefire, and addressing the humanitarian situation.
“The deteriorating conditions in the region require going beyond the logic of crisis management and seeking, instead, a final solution to this conflict, putting an end to the war in Gaza is an urgent priority, then this must be achieved concurrently with opening up political prospects conducive to a just and lasting peace in the region.
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