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Mohammed VI says partnership with Spain cannot be conditional

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King Mohammed VI reaffirmed that the partnership with Spain is a sovereign choice for Morocco and cannot be subject to pressure or conditions. The sovereign also announced preparations for a Moroccan strategic vision for partners, particularly European ones, focused on co-development, economic competitiveness and regional stability.

King Mohammed VI said that the partnership between Morocco and Spain is a sovereign choice and cannot be dictated or conditional. He made the remarks before both Houses of Parliament sitting in Rabat, according to Moroccan media outlet Matin Libre.

The Moroccan sovereign also denounced what he considered irresponsible statements and the instrumentalisation of bilateral relations in some political and media circles. He said that this cooperation, despite progress, faced major challenges and reaffirmed Morocco’s refusal to be subjected to pressure or threats, Matin Libre reported.

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