Morocco secured a unanimous vote on Friday to serve as a Commissioner for the African Commission on Nuclear Energy (AFCONE) for a three-year term.
The election occurred during the 7th Conference of States Parties to the treaty establishing a nuclear-weapon-free zone in Africa, hosted at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa.
This successful bid reflects the deep trust placed in the Kingdom to handle vital issues concerning peace, security, and continental progress. Morocco continues to establish itself as a central hub in Africa for the peaceful application of nuclear technology, addressing critical socio-economic needs.
A strategic role for regional development
The Kingdom’s expertise is particularly vital in leveraging nuclear science to combat water stress, ensure food security, and improve healthcare outcomes. As a Commissioner of AFCONE, Morocco will take on a role that is simultaneously strategic, technical, and diplomatic, overseeing the implementation of the Pelindaba Treaty to maintain a nuclear-weapon-free continent.
The Moroccan delegation at this hybrid conference was headed by Mohamed Arrouchi, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Kingdom to the African Union and the UNECA. The team also featured specialists from the National Centre for Nuclear Energy, Sciences and Technology (CNESTEN) and the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR).