As Morocco marked the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne, Ambassador Abdellatif Erroja hosted a distinguished gathering in N’Djamena on July 30, 2026, to celebrate the enduring partnership between the two nations. The event drew high-level attendance, including Chad’s Secretary-General of Foreign Affairs Mahamat Issa Zakaria, top government officials, diplomats, and prominent local figures.
Celebrating a historic milestone
The annual Throne Day, observed each July 30, honors Morocco’s most cherished national tradition: the anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s ascension to power in 1999. This year’s celebration in the Chadian capital served as a powerful demonstration of the deep bonds uniting Rabat and N’Djamena.
In his keynote address, Ambassador Erroja emphasized the day’s profound significance, describing it as “a cornerstone of Morocco’s institutional and historical identity.” He highlighted how the occasion reflects the remarkable progress Morocco has achieved under the King’s visionary leadership across economic, diplomatic, and social spheres.
Morocco’s economic momentum under the spotlight
The Ambassador presented compelling evidence of Morocco’s economic vitality. First-quarter 2026 growth reached 4.6%, inflation remained controlled at 1.1%, and agricultural value-added surged by 18.4%. International recognition followed in May when the African Development Bank ranked Morocco Africa’s top industrial powerhouse, driven by thriving automotive, aerospace, agri-food, and renewable energy sectors.
The tourism sector continued its stellar performance, welcoming over 7.7 million visitors by late May—including 1.7 million in May alone. Casablanca Finance City climbed to the 49th spot globally in the latest Financial Centres Index, underscoring Morocco’s growing financial attractiveness. With the 2030 World Cup on the horizon, the Kingdom is channeling massive investments into modernizing sports venues, hotels, airports, and highways to host the tournament alongside Spain and Portugal.
Diplomatic breakthroughs shaping regional influence
Ambassador Erroja spotlighted Morocco’s diplomatic achievements, particularly the United Nations Security Council’s landmark Resolution 2797. This historic decision, adopted in October 2025, recognized Morocco’s autonomy proposal under Moroccan sovereignty as the sole basis for resolving the Sahara question—a breakthrough later commemorated as “Aïd Al Wahda” (Unity Day) on October 31.
On the African stage, Morocco is reinforcing south-south cooperation through initiatives like the Nigeria-Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline, whose intergovernmental agreement was signed in Freetown on July 19, 2026. With over 1,600 cooperation agreements spanning diverse sectors, Morocco has become Africa’s leading educator for young professionals—training 1,200 African leaders in 2025—and ranks as the top West African investor and second-largest continental investor.
Chad partnership emerges as a model of south-south collaboration
The Ambassador devoted significant attention to the flourishing Morocco-Chad relationship, calling it “a textbook example of south-south partnership.” The two nations collaborate extensively across higher education, healthcare, agriculture, livestock, housing, transportation, energy, culture, professional training, trade, and aviation.
Key recent milestones include:
- Increased Moroccan scholarships for Chadian students, rising from 150 to 250 annually for advanced-degree programs
- The 2026 inauguration of N’Djamena’s Mohammed VI Mosque, a symbol of the spiritual and historical ties uniting both peoples
- Expanded technical exchanges in health, housing, urban planning, animal health, justice, professional training, military cooperation, customs, anti-corruption efforts, cybersecurity, and media
- The resumption in September 2025 of Royal Air Maroc’s direct Casablanca-N’Djamena route, boosting connectivity
Morocco also stands as Chad’s leading African investor, with robust private-sector engagement driving economic ties.
“Chad Connexion 2030” paves the way for future growth
Ambassador Erroja praised Chad’s “Chad Connexion 2030” national development plan as a promising framework for high-value projects. He reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to deepening the centuries-old friendship between the two countries in line with the aspirations of both King Mohammed VI and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.
Honoring those building bridges
In closing, the Ambassador expressed heartfelt appreciation to all who contribute to strengthening Morocco-Chad relations. He singled out First Counselor Hassan Bahadi for his dedicated service ahead of his departure and recognized Moroccan businesses, the Moroccan community in Chad, and civil society organizations like the Chad Chapter of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema, the Chadian Association of Moroccan Graduates (ALTAM), and the Friendship Association of Doctors Trained in Moroccan University Hospitals.
“Our partnership with Chad knows no limits,” Erroja declared. “It is built on mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to delivering tangible, sustainable benefits that meet the aspirations of both our peoples.”