Morocco’s House of Representatives, in collaboration with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy, convened a high-level meeting Thursday in Rabat to address the escalating impacts of climate change and reinforce parliamentary commitment to climate action.
The event marked the launch of the “Strengthening Parliamentary Commitment to Climate Action in Morocco” program, aimed at fostering dialogue among lawmakers, experts, and government officials to shape climate policy within the framework of national priorities.
Hicham El Hid, president of the temporary working group on energy transition, emphasized the Kingdom’s proactive approach to climate issues. This meeting facilitates an exchange of ideas and experiences on energy transition and climate change, highlighting Morocco’s leadership in managing climate-related public policies, he pointed out.
El Hid added that the discussions are a critical step in preparing Morocco’s second Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC2), which will outline the country’s updated climate commitments and are scheduled for submission in February 2025.
Fatiha Ait Oulaid, Director of the Westminster Foundation for Democracy’s Morocco office, underscored the pivotal role of democratic institutions in addressing global challenges like climate change.
She reaffirmed the Foundation’s support for Morocco’s parliament in crafting comprehensive, integrated policies, citing the country’s strong standing in the Global Climate Change Performance Index as evidence of its commitment.
Rafael Jiménez-Aybar, Environmental Democracy Advisor at the Westminster Foundation, highlighted the multifaceted nature of effective climate action. “Addressing climate change requires political will, adequate financing, international collaboration, science-based policies, and a societal consensus rooted in social justice,” he noted.
The meeting’s agenda included discussions on the national and global dimensions of climate change, Morocco’s alignment with international agreements, and avenues for enhanced multilateral support.
Participants also examined strategies for integrating climate resilience into public policy, underscoring the urgency of collective action as the Kingdom intensifies its efforts to combat climate challenges.
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