Moroccan Parliament approves Monssouri government

The Moroccan government, led by Prime Minister Fatima Zohra Essissini, presented its political program to the House of Representatives. It secured the confidence of the majority with 204 votes in favor against 127 votes opposed. In a comprehensive vote, Parliament confirmed that the government would receive confidence based on a majority vote, amid lively debates between the government and opposition. The government pledged to achieve an annual economic growth rate of 5% between 2027 and 2031, targeting a reduction of inflation to 2% and a decrease in the budget deficit to 3%. It also announced plans to increase tourism to 26 million visitors by 2030, after welcoming 20 million tourists in 2025 with a double-digit growth rate of 14% compared to the previous year. The government emphasized improving social support for impoverished families by raising support from 500 to 1000 dirhams, increasing the minimum pensions to 3000 dirhams, and ensuring that widows benefit from a full percentage of the pension. These policies come after King Mohammed VI appointed the new government team, following the election results in which the "Authenticity and Modernity Party" won 97 seats.