European Commissioner for Neighborhood lauds Morocco as ‘dependable’ companion, ‘pillar of stability’ in area
The Kingdom of Morocco is a “reliable” companion and a “pillar of stability” within the area, stated Oliver Varhelyi, European Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement, in Rabat on Monday.
“Morocco, always a reliable, available and serious partner, is considered as a pillar of stability and prosperity in Europe in terms of regional security,” Varhelyi underlined at a press briefing following his talks with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita.
Deeming the partnership with Morocco as not solely “positive” but in addition, and above all, “indispensable”, the European Commissioner praised the actions carried out collectively with the Kingdom, recalling the EU’s reforms undertaken beneath the enlightened management of King Mohammed VI.
“In my opinion, we now need to redouble our efforts to figure out feasible solutions” to beat the difficulties in a “short” time, he burdened, expressing his establishment’s readiness to “work together.”
“We are committed to all the achievements we have made together with Morocco, and we would like to extend them,” he acknowledged.
Varhelyi additionally reviewed the actions carried out collectively with Morocco, notably for the success of the excellent reform of the Kingdom’s social safety undertaking, highlighting the dedication of the European aspect.
On this event, the European Commissioner introduced the forthcoming signature of an settlement aimed toward supporting the populations affected by the earthquake and post-earthquake building.