Rabat. Agaranews.com // His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist Him, accompanied by HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, HRH Prince Moulay Rachid and HH Prince Moulay Ahmed delivered on Friday (09/10/2026) a speech to the Parliament at the opening of the first session of the first legislative year of the 12th Legislature.
Here follows the full text of the Royal Speech:
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“Praise be to God. May peace and blessings be upon the Prophet, His Kith and Kin.
Ladies and Gentlemen, Distinguished Members of Parliament,
I take the opportunity of the opening of the new legislative term to congratulate the members of the House of Representatives on the confidence placed in them by the electorate.
This legislative term is taking place at a very special time, offering unique opportunities to build upon the achievements made in various sectors.
I expect this new legislative and governmental term to be a real turning point in advancing Morocco’s ambition as a rising, dependable economic power, making Page 13 sur 17 sure we strike a balance between economic growth and greater social and territorial equity.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
In 2014 I said the following from this podium: “As a Moroccan, nothing else is more valuable to me than the sense of belonging to this nation.”
That sentiment remains with me today. It is becoming stronger and more deeply rooted with the passing years.
Morocco is one of the world’s oldest nations. Our country is united under the banner of a venerable monarchy—one of the most ancient in history.
Moroccans have every right to take pride in our authentic religious identity, under the aegis of the Commandership of the Faithful. They can indeed be proud of our distinctive cultural identity, which is enriched by its diverse components.
I take pride in the political and diplomatic accomplishments we have made, as well as in our developmental, economic, and social achievements, which have transformed Morocco.
Pride in one’s homeland, in this case, is not about boasting or self-satisfaction; rather, it is the driving force that turns the sense of belonging into responsibility, and confidence into a national duty.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
In a world characterized by rapidly accelerating geo-economic shifts, our country – guided by a clear vision – has embarked on a new wave of reforms and major projects.
Today, in addition to accelerating the implementation of planned infrastructure projects, we must launch a new generation of major strategies, particularly in the fields of water, energy, and food security, industrial takeoff, the digital economy, and artificial intelligence.
I reiterate my call to accelerate the development of the Kingdom’s capabilities in the field of strategic reserves and to secure the supply of basic commodities.
That said, I urge our private sector to step up and become a strategic player in our country’s development transformation. I want it to show greater initiative and a keener innovative spirit, and to increase its capacity to create jobs, invest, and export.
It is particularly important to make sure youth issues are at the forefront of public policies and of the agenda of governance bodies. To this end, a comprehensive vision guaranteeing equal opportunities and encompassing education, skills development, and economic integration should be formulated.
This approach aims to bolster young people’s confidence in the prospects for social advancement, in their nation’s institutions, as well as in the opportunities provided to build a better future – one that guarantees freedom, dignity, and stability.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The real challenge for the coming period lies in fieldwork, at the local level, to identify the actual problems facing each region and come up with realistic solutions to them. Advancing integrated development, improving public services, and bolstering productive investment are inextricably linked to the process of advanced regionalizati.(JS)
