A new report by Spain’s Elcano Royal Institute suggests that Morocco’s co-hosting of the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal will significantly deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly in areas such as migration, counterterrorism, and trade.
The report links this dynamic to the recent diplomatic thaw, following Spain’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara.
The tournament is not merely a sporting event, the report argues, but a strategic tool in Morocco’s foreign policy, aimed at reinforcing its image as a rising, modern, and economically ambitious country.
It highlights that Morocco’s five previous bids to host the World Cup reflect a long-term vision.
Hosting the event is also seen as a vehicle to boost Morocco’s soft power, accelerate infrastructure development, and promote Rabat’s stance on the Sahara internationally.
Drawing parallels with Spain’s transformation during the 1992 Olympics, the report frames the World Cup as Morocco’s global debut as an emerging 21st-century power.
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