Moroccan parliamentarians engaged with Mexican officials in Mexico City, discussing ways to enhance parliamentary cooperation during the World Conference of Women Parliamentarians. The delegation aimed to promote women’s representation and shared concerns, noting reforms in both countries. Key officials participated in discussions on gender equality and legislative collaboration, alongside topics like renewable energy and migration challenges.
A Moroccan parliamentary delegation recently convened in Mexico City to discuss enhancing parliamentary cooperation with Mexican officials. This meeting occurred during the Moroccan parliamentarians’ participation in the World Conference of Women Parliamentarians organized by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). The discussions focused on issues of mutual interest aimed at fostering stronger legislative connections.
The Moroccan delegation included notable MPs such as Laila Ahl Sidi Mouloud from the National Rally of Independents, Nadia Benzedfa from the Authenticity and Modernity Party, Aicha El Karji from the Socialist Union of Popular Forces, and advisor Hind El Ghazali. Their presence highlighted Morocco’s commitment to promoting women’s representation in political institutions during these international discussions.
Key discussions took place with prominent Mexican officials, including Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Alejandro Murat Hinojosa and Gender Equality Committee Chairwoman Martha Elena Patricio. The meetings sought to enhance the role of women in legislative positions by exchanging experiences on laws and initiatives designed to facilitate women’s political involvement.
The Moroccan delegation underscored significant reforms in Morocco, such as the inclusion of the principle of parity in Article 19 of the Constitution. They also noted that women currently occupy seven out of 23 ministerial portfolios in the Moroccan government. The delegation acknowledged Mexico’s advancements, particularly following the election of Claudia Sheinbaum, the country’s first female president, and the strides made towards gender parity in the Federal Congress.
Additionally, the discussions covered renewable energy and migration challenges, reflecting both Morocco’s and Mexico’s significant roles as transit points for migrants. These topics underscore the breadth of cooperation and shared objectives between the two nations, aimed at addressing mutual interests effectively.
The recent discussions between the Moroccan parliamentary delegation and Mexican officials signify a commitment to enhancing cooperation, particularly in the realms of women’s representation and shared legislative interests. By focusing on reform and gender equality, both countries are taking steps towards greater political participation for women, alongside addressing broader challenges such as renewable energy and migration.
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