The repatriation of 7,100 Moroccan seasonal workers from the province of Huelva through 6 boats made available by the Moroccan state started on Saturday, the Embassy of Morocco in Spain has said.
To this end, the Moroccan ambassador in Madrid, Mrs. Karima Benyaich, went to Huelva to inquire about the progress of the first stage of this operation which is taking place under the coordination of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cooperation African and Moroccans abroad, the Moroccan diplomatic representation points out in a press release.
In this regard, and thanks to the close collaboration between the Moroccan Embassy and the Spanish authorities, all the necessary logistical and human resources have been put in place to ensure the success of this operation while respecting the health precautionary measures in force.
To this end, PCR and serological tests, made available by the Spanish authorities, were carried out for the benefit of all seasonal Moroccan workers.
On this occasion, Benyaich underlined the importance given by HM King Mohammed VI to Moroccan women in general and more particularly Moroccan women living abroad.
During a visit to the port of Huelva, the ambassador, who was accompanied by the Consul General of Morocco in Seville, Charif Cherkaoui, paid tribute to the commitment and sacrifice of these women, symbol of the courage of Moroccan women, particularly amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
As such, the Moroccan diplomat praised the efforts made by the Spanish authorities to ensure the success of this operation.
More than 80 Moroccan seasonal workers, including some in a vulnerable situation, those suffering from health problems, pregnant and breastfeeding women, had already benefited, on June 27, from a special repatriation flight.
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