Morocco has firmly established itself as a leading political, economic, and social force not only across Africa and the Arab world, but also throughout the Mediterranean basin and on the global stage.
During a recent interview marking the Throne Day celebrations, Anissa Saysay, a German-Moroccan politician from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU)—the party of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz—highlighted how the Kingdom’s modernization efforts have positioned it as a modern, stable state under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
The transformation, she noted, stems from a long-term strategy that prioritizes robust infrastructure development and economic independence. Morocco’s strategic investments in ports, high-speed rail, airports, industrial and technological hubs, as well as its thriving automotive and aerospace sectors, reflect the nation’s disciplined approach to shaping its future.
Saysay also emphasized Morocco’s unique position as a bridge between Europe, Africa, and the Arab world, leveraging its geographical and cultural advantages to strengthen its political and economic influence. The Kingdom has become a pioneer in Africa’s energy transition, positioning itself as a key partner for Europe in renewable energy initiatives.
On the social front, she praised Morocco’s progress in social protection, healthcare access, education, and women’s rights, underscoring the holistic nature of the Kingdom’s development model.
Turning to Morocco-Germany relations, Saysay described them as a dynamic partnership built on mutual respect and shared interests. She highlighted Morocco’s reliability as a North African partner for Germany, citing its stability, dynamism, and strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Africa. Conversely, Germany serves as a major partner for Morocco in technology, industry, vocational training, research, climate protection, and sustainable development.
At the heart of this collaboration, she stressed, is the importance of an equal partnership grounded in trust and open political dialogue. She pointed out that Moroccan-German communities play a pivotal role in fostering investment, knowledge exchange, educational twinning programs, scientific cooperation, and social dialogue.
These communities, she added, embody a unique strength by combining Germany’s institutional expertise and technological capabilities with Morocco’s creativity, dynamism, hospitality, and regional networks. The Throne Day celebrations, she concluded, are more than a national holiday—they symbolize a lasting connection between Moroccans abroad and their homeland, its history, and its remarkable progress.