Paris: At the 4th Conference on Feminist Foreign Policies, Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita emphasized the nation’s irreversible progress toward gender equality, driven by the Royal impetus. “These reforms have not only changed the letter of the law but have also transformed the mindset of a generation, fostering a society that recognizes equity as the foundation of its modernity,” Bourita stated during the event, which saw participation from foreign ministers of approximately fifty countries, including France’s Jean-No«l Barrot and Spain’s Jos© Manuel Albares.
According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, Bourita highlighted Morocco’s active membership in the Feminist Foreign Policy Group (FFP+), asserting that the country aims to collaborate with nations sharing these values and integrate them into their diplomatic agenda. The minister credited King Mohammed VI’s leadership for placing women’s rights and equality at the forefront of Morocco’s national policies, which in turn reflect in its foreign policies.
Bourita further elaborated on Morocco’s feminist diplomacy, emphasizing its role in promoting peace. He recounted Morocco’s adoption of its first National Action Plan for implementing UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security, extended through 2026 to enhance women’s roles in various peace-related efforts. Additionally, Morocco stands as the ninth-largest contributor to UN peacekeeping operations, with 3,400 deployed peacekeepers, including 120 women.
The minister also underscored Morocco’s proactive approach in peace consolidation through initiatives like training female mediators and electoral observers in partnership with the African Union. Morocco’s feminist diplomacy extends to religious and migration policies, aiming to provide protection and dignity to women immigrants, further reinforcing the Kingdom’s commitment to inclusion and equality.
Bourita referenced Morocco’s contributions at the UN Human Rights Council, notably sponsoring a resolution on “Women, Diplomacy, and Human Rights,” which strengthened the institution of the “International Day of Women in Diplomacy.” This initiative places women’s under-representation in diplomacy on the global agenda, urging states to offer equal opportunities and combat discrimination.
Bourita emphasized Morocco’s bilateral engagements, noting that equality features prominently in its partnerships with France and Spain, as well as collaborations with Japan and Latin American countries. He cited statistical evidence supporting women’s inclusion as a catalyst for efficiency, growth, and security, further advocating for gender equality as a response to climate change.
Internally, Morocco’s diplomatic representation has seen significant strides, with women holding 43% of ministry staff positions and 47% of senior roles, including heading one-third of diplomatic and consular posts. Bourita stressed that feminist diplomacy should be merit-based, ensuring equal standards for all.
Bourita concluded by advocating for the co-appropriation of feminist diplomacy, urging the FFP+ to integrate diverse experiences and trajectories. He proposed joint training programs and partnerships within the FFP+ network to facilitate the exchange of best practices and implement projects that embody feminist principles globally.