Rabat, Morocco – (African Boulevard News) – The prime ministers of Portugal and Morocco met in Lisbon on Friday to strengthen their bilateral ties. The two nations signed several agreements on cooperation, environment, education, and science, during the meeting.
The Moroccan Prime Minister, Saad Dine El Otmani, and his Portuguese counterpart, António Costa, expressed their commitment to strengthening ties between their two countries in a joint press conference.
“We are determined to develop and strengthen the already excellent relations between our two countries,” said El Otmani.
The two leaders discussed the potential for increased economic cooperation, especially in the areas of tourism, renewable energy, and agriculture.
“We believe there is great potential for cooperation in the areas of tourism, renewable energy, and agriculture, which can bring mutual benefits to the people of both nations,” said Costa.
The Moroccan Prime Minister also expressed his gratitude to Portugal for its support in Morocco’s quest to retain its sovereignty over the Western Sahara region, which is currently contested by rebel groups.
“We appreciate Portugal’s support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty, which is crucial for stability and progress in our region,” said El Otmani.
The two countries also agreed to cooperate on climate change and environmental issues, with Portugal offering to assist Morocco in developing its renewable energy sector.
“We share a common vision for a greener and more sustainable future, and we are committed to working together to achieve this goal,” said Costa.
The agreement on education and science aims to promote academic and scientific cooperation between the two countries, with a focus on research, innovation, and student exchange programs.
“Our educational and scientific cooperation will help our two nations build knowledge economies that can tackle the challenges of the future,” said El Otmani.
In conclusion, the meeting between the two prime ministers was a significant step towards enhancing the already strong bond between Portugal and Morocco. With agreements on cooperation, environment, education, and science signed, the two nations can look forward to a brighter future of mutual benefits and progress.
