Moroccan authorities are ramping up their war on drugs, with the Ministry of Interior reporting significant seizures in the fight against drug trafficking. As of September 2024, authorities confiscated more than 249 tons of hashish, over 52 tons of cannabis plants, 2,189 kilograms of cocaine, 16 kilograms of heroin, and 839,583 hallucinogenic tablets.
In a report detailing its anti-drug efforts, the ministry noted that in 2023 alone, security forces seized over 168 tons of hashish, more than 315 tons of cannabis plants, 1,775 kilograms of cocaine, and 1,472,253 hallucinogenic tablets.
The report highlights the dismantling of several criminal networks during this year’s operations, which also led to the seizure of various transportation methods, including trucks and Go-Fast boats used for smuggling.
To enhance its combat against drug trafficking, the Ministry of Interior has invested in training and experience sharing among security agencies. This initiative focuses on tackling not only traditional drugs but also emerging substances that are not under international control. Increased monitoring along the coastlines and borders aims to thwart international drug smuggling attempts.
Furthermore, the ministry is implementing a national strategy to reduce the supply of illegal drugs by decreasing areas cultivated with cannabis and promoting legal agriculture among farmers.
In a significant development, the ministry reported a 79% reduction in illegal cannabis cultivation since 2003, with cultivated areas dropping from approximately 134,000 hectares to around 27,148 hectares in 2023.
The Ministry of Interior is also actively monitoring the implementation of Law No. 13.21, which regulates the legal use of cannabis, ensuring that products intended for legal use do not divert to illegal markets.
As Morocco strengthens its anti-drug stance, the government emphasizes its commitment to tackling drug-related issues through comprehensive and strategic measures.
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