In a significant development for international relations, a Joint Communiqué was issued following a productive meeting in Rabat between Mr. Nasser Bourita, the Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, and Ms. Gabriela Sommerfeld, the Ecuadorian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Human Mobility. The two officials underscored the remarkable bonds of friendship and solidarity that unite Morocco and Ecuador, expressing a mutual desire to further solidify their bilateral relations and enhance cooperation for the mutual benefit of their nations.
During their discussions, Bourita and Sommerfeld hailed the positive trajectory of their diplomatic relations, reiterating their commitment to elevate these ties further. A focal point of their talks was the strengthening of economic cooperation, which they deemed essential for transforming the political rapport between the two countries into tangible economic projects. The presence of a delegation of Ecuadorian business leaders during the meeting was a clear indication of the shared ambition to foster economic growth and collaboration between the two nations.
The ministers welcomed the prospect of signing key agreements aimed at facilitating reciprocal protection of investments and preventing double taxation. Furthermore, they discussed the imminent establishment of a Joint Economic and Commercial Commission that will serve as a platform for ongoing dialogue and collaboration. Both countries acknowledged the positive momentum generated by their respective economic institutions, particularly the Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE) and PROECUADOR, which play crucial roles in enhancing trade relations.
In addition, the planned opening of an Ecuadorian trade office in Morocco was celebrated, which aims to serve the broader Maghreb region. The meetings that took place between the Ecuadorian delegation, coordinated by the Ecuadorian Federation of Exporters (FEDEXPOR), and their Moroccan counterparts from the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM), were also commended as steps toward realizing concrete economic initiatives.
On a broader scale, both ministers engaged in discussions regarding critical regional and international issues affecting Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. They reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism founded on the principles of international law, cooperation, and the peaceful resolution of disputes. In this context, Sommerfeld expressed admiration for the commitment of His Majesty King Mohammed VI as Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee and acknowledged Morocco's persistent efforts in promoting stability in the Middle East.
As reported by diplomatie.ma.
