Portugal's Ecologist Party Demands Morocco's Exclusion from 2030 World Cup Planning
The Portuguese ecologist party, Livre, has formally requested the Portuguese government and the Football Federation to exclude Morocco from the joint organization of the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which is set to be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. This request comes in the wake of a recent migration crisis in Ceuta, which has raised significant concerns regarding political security and cooperation among the involved nations.
In a statement, Livre emphasized that Morocco's participation in the co-hosting of the World Cup has become untenable. The party, which holds six seats in parliament, urged a reevaluation of Morocco's role in the event, citing decades of systematic human rights violations by the Moroccan regime against its citizens and the ongoing repression of the Sahrawi people. They highlighted recent events, where Moroccan citizens, including minors, were allegedly instrumentalized during border confrontations with Spain, as a clear indication that the necessary conditions for a collaborative effort are lacking.
Moreover, the party's letter, which was addressed to Prime Minister Luís Montenegro and the President of the Portuguese Football Federation, Pedro Proença, underscores the importance of aligning Portugal's foreign policy with human rights promotion. The letter not only calls for immediate diplomatic engagement with Spain regarding the organization of the tournament but also stresses logistical concerns that could arise from Morocco's involvement.
The 2030 World Cup is set to be held jointly by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, while Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay will host the inaugural matches in honor of the centennial of the first World Cup, which took place entirely in Montevideo in 1930.
As reported by cope.es.
