Rabat -Spania has called for a new dynamic in relationships between the European Union and Morocco. The call comes in response to the European court of last year Regulate This uncertainty about important trade agreements due to the continuing dispute over the Moroccan Sahara.
At a joint press conference with the Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Madrid on Thursday, Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares emphasized The strategic importance of the EU partnership with Rabat.
“Spain supports the quick convening of an EU Morocco Council in order to give the relationship new energy,” said Albares and underlined Morocco’s “privileged status” with the European Block.
Morocco and the EU enjoyed nearby Cooperation Since the signing of a association contract in 1996, especially in sectors such as agriculture and fishing. However, the latest legal developments have put pressure on these bonds.
In October 2024, the European Court of Justice confirmed a decision that annuled parts of trade agreements in 2021 that made Morocco possible to export products from the Moroccan Sahara to European markets. The court led concerns about the principle of self-determination and threw a shadow about the future of EU Morocco cooperation.
In the middle of these spansions, Spain has confirmed its support for the Morocco autonomy plan for the region and geared the positions of the United States and France. Albinten repeated Spain’s commitment to a strong, stable relationship with Morocco as essential for regional stability and cooperation.
Foreign Minister Bourita described the relationships between Morocco and Spain in “their best moment” and has referred a growing orientation between the two countries since 2022. He emphasized Rabat’s willingness to deepen the ties and attract other Spanish investments.
Both ministers welcomed the positive trajectory of bilateral relationships, which they anchored in transparency, mutual trust and continuous constructive dialogue. They welcomed the strength of their strategic partnership and confirmed their common determination to further increase them as a model of exemplary cooperation.
The meeting in Madrid was also seen as an important milestone in bilateral relationships, which the stage provided for a multidimensional partnership based on mutual respect and common goals. Bourita and Albares spoke about the value of the high -ranking exchange and initiatives that have improved the cooperation between the two kingdoms.
In particular, the two officers praised the progress in joint projects and emphasized the spirit of the cooperation that promotes the preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2030, which are Morocco, Spain and Portugal co-moderator.
The event, as they found, is intended to further deepen the ties and create positive economic and diplomatic dynamics in the entire region.
