Casablanca: In a recent address at the Seminar on African Cooperation in the Fields of Hydrography, Oceanography, and Marine Cartography, the Moroccan Minister emphasized the nation’s ongoing efforts to bolster its material resources in these domains. The initiative underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to preventing and managing natural disasters through effective measures aimed at mitigating their impacts and enhancing crisis management.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the Minister highlighted several significant projects led by the Ministry of Equipment and Water, notably the SATAM project, which is focused on developing a national tsunami warning system. Additionally, the IBF (Impact-Based Forecast) project aims to equip decision-makers and the public with crucial information regarding potential impacts and necessary safety measures.

The Minister further elaborated on Morocco’s efforts to strengthen regional cooperation and expertise-sharing across Africa. This includes continuous training, workshops, and collaborative projects in maritime meteorology with African nations, in partnership with international organizations. These initiatives reflect Morocco’s determination to enhance maritime cooperation across the continent.

The seminar, held from October 8 to 10 in Casablanca, is organized by the National Defense Administration and the Royal Navy, following the directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces. It features representatives from African member countries of the Conference of the Eastern Atlantic Hydrographic Commission, along with the Director of the International Hydrographic Organization, the Director of the Norwegian Regional Electronic Chart Distribution Center, and members of the French Navy’s Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service.