Arusha:Moroccan Deputy Speaker Lahcen Haddad and Cambodian Senate Vice President Ouch Borith engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing parliamentary cooperation and bilateral relations between Morocco and Cambodia during a meeting at the 153rd General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU).

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the meeting emphasized the shared commitment of both nations to bolster their relationship by capitalizing on Morocco’s strategic location in Africa and the Atlantic coast, and Cambodia’s position in Southeast Asia. Haddad highlighted the growing momentum in diplomatic and parliamentary interactions between the two countries and advocated for increased exchanges and joint initiatives in economic, cultural, and educational sectors.

Borith expressed that Morocco and Cambodia, despite the geographical distance, have common goals of peace, stability, and cultural heritage preservation. He emphasized the importance of expanding their cooperation into economic and political are
as, while also expressing gratitude for the scholarships Morocco provides to Cambodian students, underlining their significance in supporting Cambodia’s development efforts.

The IPU General Assembly in Arusha serves as a platform for representatives from global parliaments to convene and discuss various international issues, including the participation of the Moroccan Parliament.