The Political Bureau of the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) held an extraordinary meeting Wednesday at the party’s central headquarters in Rabat.
Chaired by Fatima-Zahra Mansouri, the national coordinator for the collective leadership of the general secretariat, the meeting focused on recent developments concerning the reform of Morocco’s Family Code. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi was present to deliver a detailed presentation on the topic.
In a statement following the meeting, PAM commended the outcomes of the royal working session chaired by King Mohammed VI earlier this week, which reviewed the report from the Family Code Review Committee. The party characterized the reform initiative as a “historic milestone” reinforcing Morocco’s ongoing advancements in human rights, particularly in a year marked by its presidency of the UN Human Rights Council and significant legislative reforms across various sectors.
PAM praised the collaborative approach adopted by King Mohammed VI in forming the Family Code Review Committee, which included judicial, religious, legal, and human rights experts. The party also highlighted the significance of referring religious provisions to the Supreme Council of Ulema, an independent constitutional institution with spiritual authority.
The bureau expressed gratitude for the committee’s extensive efforts, which it said culminated in “advanced and thoughtful recommendations.” Among these were proposals to streamline access to family courts through logistical and human resource enhancements, such as creating unified service desks.
PAM urged the government to expedite the development of a comprehensive draft law based on the proposed reforms and submit it to Parliament for approval. The party reaffirmed its commitment to positively engage in public discussions surrounding the reforms, emphasizing the importance of translating these advancements into tangible improvements for Moroccan families.
PAM also called on the governing coalition to hold an urgent meeting to discuss the recommendations and to ensure their effective implementation. The party underscored the need for all political, civil, and human rights actors to maintain the broad national consensus driving the reforms and to set aside partisan differences to ensure the reforms’ sustainability.
The party emphasized that while the reforms are significant, they should not be seen as final. “No reform is definitive in a dynamic and vibrant society,” PAM stated, adding that the latest updates address gaps revealed in the application of the 2004 Family Code, align with the 2011 Constitution, and reflect Morocco’s evolving society and sustainable development goals.
The Political Bureau reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the legislative process for amending the Family Code and ensuring its alignment with international treaties ratified by Morocco.
PAM concluded by urging all stakeholders to prioritize the success of this reform as a cornerstone of justice and sustainable development. The party reiterated its belief that the Family Code reform represents a critical and forward-looking institutional reflection that strengthens Morocco’s national fabric and international standing.
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