Morocco’s Ambassador to Chad, Abdellatif Erroja, hosted a distinguished gathering in N’Djamena on July 30, 2026, to mark the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The event drew high-ranking officials, including Chad’s Secretary General of Foreign Affairs and African Integration, Mahamat Issa Zakaria, diplomats, and prominent figures from both nations.

Celebrating Morocco’s National Identity

The Throne Day celebration on July 30 is Morocco’s most significant national event, commemorating King Mohammed VI’s enthronement in 1999. This year’s gathering in N’Djamena brought together Chad’s government leadership, ministers, parliamentarians, constitutional bodies, the diplomatic corps, and international organizations.

In his address, Ambassador Erroja emphasized the symbolic importance of the occasion, calling it “a cornerstone of Morocco’s institutional and historical identity.” He highlighted July 30 as a moment to reflect on the nation’s progress under the visionary leadership of King Mohammed VI, noting the Kingdom’s remarkable transformations across all sectors.

Morocco’s Economic Momentum

The Ambassador underscored Morocco’s robust economic performance, citing a 4.6% growth rate in the first quarter of 2026, controlled inflation at 1.1%, and an 18.4% rise in agricultural value-added. The African Development Bank ranked Morocco as Africa’s top industrial powerhouse in May 2026, driven by competitive ecosystems in automotive, aerospace, agri-food, and renewable energy.

The tourism sector continued its upward trajectory, welcoming over 7.7 million visitors by late May 2026, including 1.7 million in May alone. Casablanca Finance City climbed to the 49th global ranking in the Global Financial Centres Index, reflecting the Kingdom’s growing financial influence and investor confidence.

With the 2030 FIFA World Cup co-hosted alongside Spain and Portugal, Morocco is heavily investing in modernizing sports venues, hotels, airports, and highways to meet the global event’s demands.

Strengthening Morocco’s Diplomatic Footprint

Ambassador Erroja also highlighted Morocco’s expanding diplomatic influence, shaped by King Mohammed VI’s strategic vision. He praised UN Security Council Resolution 2797, a historic milestone recognizing Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the sole basis for a lasting political solution to the Sahara issue. October 31 was declared “Aïd Al Wahda” (Unity Day) in recognition of this breakthrough.

Morocco’s African strategy focuses on solidarity-driven south-south cooperation, exemplified by the African-Atlantic Gas Pipeline project. On July 19, 2026, ECOWAS heads of state signed the Intergovernmental Agreement in Freetown, advancing this transformative initiative.

With over 1,600 cooperation agreements spanning diverse sectors, Morocco stands as a leading training hub for African youth—training over 1,200 professionals in 2025—and ranks as the top investor in West Africa and the second-largest on the continent.

Morocco-Chad Partnership: A Model of South-South Cooperation

Ambassador Erroja dedicated a significant portion of his speech to the deepening ties between Morocco and Chad, describing their partnership as a “shining example of south-south collaboration.” The two nations collaborate extensively in higher education, healthcare, agriculture, livestock, housing, transportation, energy, culture, vocational training, trade, and aviation.

Key milestones in bilateral relations:

• Expanded scholarships for Chadian students, rising to 250 for the current academic year from 150 previously, covering high-value fields of study.
• The inauguration of the Mohammed VI Mosque in N’Djamena in 2026, symbolizing the deep spiritual and historical bonds between the two peoples.
• Enhanced technical exchanges in healthcare, housing, urban planning, animal health, justice, vocational training, military cooperation, customs, anti-corruption efforts, cybersecurity, and media.
• The resumption of Royal Air Maroc’s direct flights between Casablanca and N’Djamena in September 2025, boosting connectivity and people-to-people exchanges.

The Ambassador noted that Morocco is the top African investor in Chad, with a strong presence from Moroccan private enterprises.

A Bright Future with ‘Chad Connexion 2030’

Erroja praised Chad’s ‘Chad Connexion 2030’ National Development Plan, calling it a promising framework for high-value projects in key sectors. He reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to deepening the age-old bonds between the two countries, aligning with the aspirations of King Mohammed VI and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

Acknowledging Contributors to Bilateral Ties

The Ambassador expressed deep gratitude to all those fostering Morocco-Chad relations, particularly his departing Senior Advisor, Hassan Bahadi. He also commended Moroccan businesses, the Moroccan community in Chad, and associations like the Chad Branch of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulemas, the Association of Chadian Graduates and Friends of Morocco (ALTAM), and the Alumni Association of Moroccan University Hospital Physicians.

An Unbreakable Bond

Concluding his remarks, Ambassador Erroja reaffirmed the unshakable friendship between Morocco and Chad: “Our partnership with the land of Toumaï knows no limits. It is built on mutual trust, respect, and a shared commitment to tangible, sustainable results that serve the aspirations of both our peoples.”