“Morocco’s position is clear,” reiterated government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas, commenting on the one-year anniversary of the Gaza war and the ongoing Israeli aggression in Lebanon.
In a press briefing held on Thursday, Baitas emphasized that “the Moroccan government has strongly condemned the situation in Palestine and Lebanon at various levels.”
“This has been expressed through statements from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the participation of the Head of Government, representing King Mohammed VI, at different summits,” he elaborated, stressing that “there’s no question about Morocco’s stance on this issue.”
Concerning medical students, Baitas emphasized that “this file is currently in the hands of the mediator, an institution that handles various matters related to grievances and settlements within the legal framework.”
“We are now waiting for the outcomes that will be agreed upon or reached with the mediator, and only then can we discuss the matter further,” he added.
Speaking about employment, the government spokesman noted that “the government has repeatedly emphasized the need for a new strategy to address unemployment, which we acknowledge.”
He added, “we know that the unemployment rate has increased for reasons we all understand, including the decline of the agricultural sector in creating job opportunities in rural areas, as well as the societal changes resulting from the implementation of new social policies and support programs.”
Regarding the fight against corruption, the government spokesperson emphasized that this is a fundamental concern for them, and they have been working on it extensively.
He underscored that since taking office, the government has actively addressed this issue, undertaking two measures.
First, there has been a significant increase in prosecutions, which reflects the government’s strong commitment to addressing any misuse of public funds or any signs of corruption.
The second measure, he added, is a new decree regarding public contracts, which includes new provisions that demonstrate the government’s dedication to tackling this issue and working to reduce its prevalence.
The government spokesman expressed his surprise at the National Integrity and Anti-Corruption Authority’s lack of attention to the government’s efforts on this issue and the measures taken to combat corruption.
Baitas said, “I’m even more astonished when it comes to other institutions in the same field, as we ask them to do things that aren’t even included in their regulating laws.”
He added, “before asking the government to take action, we should first familiarize ourselves with the laws that govern these institutions.”
The government spokesman emphasized that “no one can claim to be fighting corruption more than anyone else.”
He pointed out that “this is a battle we all share equally, including the executive branch, other constitutional institutions involved in this issue, and the National Integrity and Anti-Corruption Authority.”
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