Morocco’s Minister of the Interior, Abdelouafi Laftit, said the government is working closely with local authorities and partners to boost the attractiveness of regional areas, attract investment, and support the organization of major events leading up to the 2030 World Cup.
In a written response to a parliamentary question, Laftit emphasized the importance of strategic planning to ensure equitable development across Morocco, regardless of an area’s size, location, or resources.
“These efforts aim to enhance territorial areas’ ability to contribute to the success of major sporting and cultural events,” Laftit said.
The minister highlighted that the Interior Ministry has entered into partnership agreements with various government departments, public institutions, and local authorities to secure funding and create optimal conditions for development programs.
The initiatives focus on reducing regional disparities, generating permanent jobs, improving road infrastructure, expanding sanitation networks, and connecting remote communities, particularly in mountainous areas.
Laftit said the ministry has approved regional development programs covering all parts of the country, with a total investment exceeding 243 billion dirhams (approximately $24 billion). More than 2,100 projects are planned through 2027.
Since 2005, Morocco has shifted its approach to urban development from unilateral local initiatives to broader partnerships that diversify funding sources and tap into technical expertise, he said.
Laftit added that integrating local projects within collaborative frameworks aims not only to pool financial and technical resources but also to ensure better coordination and complementarity with other initiatives.
In preparation for hosting the 2030 World Cup, Morocco has seen significant improvements in living conditions through urban development projects, the minister said. He added that these improvements are expected to attract private investment in complementary sectors such as hospitality and entertainment, further enhancing the country’s capacity to host international visitors and events.
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