Rabat: Morocco’s top senator has engaged in discussions with their Equatoguinean counterpart to further solidify the longstanding ties between the two nations. On this occasion, Ould Errachid emphasized the historic fraternal relations between the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Equatorial Guinea. He recalled the significance of the 2009 official visit by His Majesty King Mohammed VI to Equatorial Guinea, which significantly boosted bilateral ties and expanded areas of cooperation, according to a press release from the Upper House.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, Ould Errachid highlighted the symbolic importance of the Equatoguinean consulate general’s opening in Dakhla in 2020, marking support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces. He stressed the role of parliamentary diplomacy in enhancing the relationship between the two nations and called for increased cooperation and experience sharing between their legislative bodies.

Asangono, on her part, reaffirmed the commitment of both sides to strengthen parliamentary cooperation, emphasizing the memorandum of understanding with the House of Councillors aimed at implementing mechanisms to enhance dialogue and coordination between the legislative institutions. She expressed the desire for the Equatoguinean Senate members and executives to benefit from the experiences of the House of Councillors, particularly in parliamentary diplomacy.

The Senate President expressed pride in participating in the South-South Parliamentary Dialogue Forum, held under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. She noted that the event provided a platform to build relationships and exchange views with various parliamentary representatives across Africa, the Arab world, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean. She acknowledged that this parliamentary event aligns with Morocco’s policy of strengthening South-South cooperation and solidarity, expressing gratitude to His Majesty the King for his interest in fostering brotherhood and cooperation among African countries, including the exceptional ties between Morocco and Equatorial Guinea.