On the occasion of the 27th anniversary of his accession to the Throne, King of Morocco Mohammed VI reviewed Morocco’s economic and social transformations. Growth, industrialization, sovereignty, business financing, and territorial development: the Sovereign outlined the priorities that will guide the Kingdom’s entry into a new cycle following the upcoming parliamentary elections.
King Mohammed VI addressed the nation on Wednesday evening on the occasion of the 27th anniversary of his accession to the throne. The Sovereign devoted a large part of his speech to Morocco’s economic and institutional achievements, while also calling for continued reforms and preparations for a new phase of national development.
Looking back on the past twenty-seven years, the King affirmed that the achievements recorded were not due to chance, but resulted from “a clear strategic choice” and a method of governance based on initiative, monitoring, self-criticism and anticipation.
“My sole concern has always been to fulfill to the best of my responsibility to serve you, ensuring that all Moroccans can live with dignity as free citizens,” the Sovereign declared.
Stability elevated to a strategic asset
In an international environment marked by crises and upheavals, King Mohammed VI has placed political and institutional stability at the heart of Morocco’s trajectory.
“Stability is today the fundamental factor in the development equation and the strategic capital of which Morocco is proud,” the Sovereign stressed.
This stability, combined with the effectiveness of its institutions, has allowed the Kingdom to pursue its projects, meet various challenges, and strengthen its capacity to host major continental and international events. The King also mentioned the proactive management of the floods that affected certain regions of Gharb and the north of the country.
Growth of 4.9% in 2025
On the economic front, the royal address highlighted several indicators illustrating the Kingdom’s dynamism. Growth reached approximately 4.9% in 2025 and is expected to remain at the same level, or even exceed it, in 2026.
The Sovereign also noted the positive impact of rainfall and a good agricultural season on Morocco’s water and food security.
Beyond the current economic situation, the speech emphasized the structural change in the Moroccan economy. The Kingdom has consolidated its position as an industrial, tourist, and financial destination, driven in particular by the automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, and agri-food sectors.
Nearly one million vehicles produced each year
Morocco is now Africa’s leading automotive exporter, with a production capacity of nearly one million vehicles per year. Exports from the automotive and aerospace sectors together account for more than 40% of national exports, surpassing those of phosphates.
The King also recalled the launch of new industrial facilities which have enabled Morocco to join the select group of countries with major centers specializing in the manufacture of engines and landing systems for aircraft.
According to the royal speech, the development of an integrated electric battery sector is another illustration of the country’s ability to anticipate technological transformations and to join value chains linked to strategic industries.
Green hydrogen and industrial sovereignty
The energy transition also occupies a central place in this strategy. Morocco is continuing to deploy projects aimed at making renewable energies a pillar of its energy security and a factor in attracting industries seeking competitive and decarbonized energy.
The Sovereign notably mentioned the start of the implementation of Morocco’s offer for green hydrogen, through the authorization of an initial set of major projects.
In an international context marked by the resurgence of protectionism and the desire of states to secure their supply chains, Morocco intends to strengthen its sovereignty and strategic autonomy. The food and pharmaceutical industries now cover nearly 80% of national needs.
The development of an industrial and technological base in the defense and cybersecurity sectors should also contribute to consolidating the Kingdom’s sovereignty, creating new development opportunities and strengthening its regional position.
Tourism reaches a historic milestone
The royal address also highlighted the performance of the tourism sector. Morocco welcomed nearly 20 million visitors in 2025, including Moroccans residing abroad. This level, described as historic, confirms the growing importance of the sector to the national economy.
This economic momentum must, however, be accompanied by a concrete improvement in living conditions. The King thus reaffirmed the continuation of human development programs and the expansion of social protection.
He called for the effective implementation of integrated territorial development programs, which must benefit all regions of the Kingdom without exception. The objective is to transform macroeconomic performance into social progress and reduce territorial disparities.
The financial sector is called upon to change scale
Financing is one of the main challenges of this new phase. Morocco’s economic and social transformation requires unprecedented resources, most of which will have to be raised on the domestic market.
King Mohammed VI called on the national financial sector to better support investment and major projects. He also asked it to significantly expand access to bank and non-bank financing for small and medium-sized enterprises, innovation, industrialization, and exports.
The sector is encouraged to explore more innovative solutions to effectively mobilize national savings, particularly institutional savings, and to boost financial markets.
A new cycle after the legislative elections
On the international stage, the Sovereign emphasized that Morocco had consolidated its status as a reliable, respected, and influential player. The Kingdom has become, in his view, a sought-after economic partner within the framework of new, balanced, and forward-looking cooperation.
The King finally placed economic and social achievements within a long-term perspective. According to him, they transcend governmental and parliamentary mandates and result from a gradual accumulation, supported by the continuity of the Kingdom’s strategic orientations.
Following the upcoming parliamentary elections and the formation of a new government, Morocco will have to embark on a new phase of its development. This phase must be characterized by consolidating achievements and continuing major projects and reforms.
The full text of the Royal Speech
“Dear Citizens,
It is with immense pride and great satisfaction that we celebrate the twenty-seventh anniversary of my accession to the throne.
Twenty-seven years have passed since Almighty God entrusted me with the mission of leading the nation. It is a momentous, sacred mission and a weighty responsibility.
I praise and thank the Almighty for the success and guidance He has bestowed upon me as I sought to fulfill your aspirations and respond to your concerns; Almighty God said: “If you are grateful, I will add (more favors) unto you“.
I have never sought personal glory, or recognition of a leading role at the continental or international level. All that has ever mattered to me is to fulfil my duty and serve you, and to enable all Moroccans to live a free, dignified life.
Today, looking back at what we have accomplished together, I feel a mixture of pride in our achievements, and optimism for the future.
This is not so much a note of self-satisfaction as it is a positive feeling rooted in confidence and peacefulness – a feeling that gives me the strength and motivation to press ahead with my efforts.
None of our achievements was a matter of chance. Our accomplishments were all the result of clear strategic direction and of a mode of governance based on entrepreneurship, meticulous follow-up, constructive self-criticism, and positive, resolute policies turned to the future.
Dear Citizens,
This is a pivotal moment in our nation’s development; a time when confidence and optimism should prevail over despair and frustration.
What gives us the greatest sense of pride and satisfaction is the security and stability enjoyed by Morocco, as well as the efficiency and effectiveness of state institutions.
In a regional and international environment with no shortage of fluctuations and upheavals, political and institutional stability is a rare, priceless commodity.
Today, stability is the key element in the development equation; it is the strategic asset we cherish in Morocco.
Dear Citizens,
A country with a long history, Morocco derives its strength from its deep-rooted traditions as a nation-state – one in which institutions play their role in an environment characterized by harmony and integration.
This is what gives the state the necessary resolve to carry out its work, build upon achievements, and rise to challenges, regardless of the difficulties and constraints.
Morocco has demonstrated this through the excellent organization of continental and international events – a fact that earned our country the respect and admiration of the world, and, at times, aroused the envy of some.
The Kingdom has also demonstrated a considerable capacity to deal with disasters and crises, particularly through the proactive measures taken, for instance, to address the floods that affected the western and northern regions of our country.
Thanks to security, stability, and institutional efficiency, positive indicators are on the rise across sectors, thus boosting economic growth and reinforcing national sovereignty.
Our growth rate stood at approximately 4.9% in 2025 and is expected to be roughly the same or higher in 2026.
As regards agriculture, Morocco experienced significant rainfall and a good agricultural season, which contributed to strengthening water and food security.
Our country has also been able to strengthen its position as a hub for industrial, tourism, and financial investment, as shown by the evolution of the indicators concerned, particularly in industry.
Today, the automotive, aviation, renewable energy, and food processing sectors are fundamental pillars of the national production fabric, be it in terms of attracting foreign investment, or the creation of wealth and job opportunities.
The Kingdom has become the leading exporter of cars in Africa, with a production capacity of nearly one million cars a year.
As a result, Moroccan exports from the automotive and aviation sectors have exceeded 40% of our total exports, ahead of phosphates.
To strengthen this trend, I presided over the launch ceremony of new factories early this year. This has enabled Morocco to join the exclusive circle of countries possessing the largest industrial centers in the field of aircraft engine and landing gear manufacturing.
Furthermore, the development of an integrated electric battery sector reflects Morocco’s ability to anticipate technological transformations and integrate into the production chains of strategic industries.
Building on the same spirit of innovation and creativity, major projects are now being implemented with a view to making renewable energy a pillar of our energy security, as well as a catalyst for attracting industries banking on the use of competitive, carbon-free energy.
To bolster this ambitious strategy, the “Morocco Offer” project for green hydrogen was launched through the licensing of an initial group of major projects.
Dear Citizens,
In an international environment marked by a resurgence of protectionist policies and the need to secure supply and production chains, I have made the consolidation of national sovereignty and strategic self-sufficiency a cornerstone of our industrial development.
A prime example of this are the food and pharmaceutical industries, which now cover pproximately 80% of our national needs.
Furthermore, establishing an industrial and technological base in the areas of defense and cybersecurity will gradually contribute to strengthening defense sovereignty, creating development opportunities, and consolidating our country’s position as a regional power in these industries.
For its part, the tourism sector achieved a historic milestone in 2025, with nearly 20 million tourist arrivals, including members of the diaspora.
In addition to economic development efforts, numerous initiatives and human development programs have been carried out, in addition to measures to ensure universal social protection with a view to improving the living conditions of Moroccans and achieving social and spatial justice.
In this regard, I wish to emphasize the need for the effective implementation of integrated local development programs. I will continue to make sure these programs cover all regions, without exception.
The process of economic and social transformation requires unprecedented financial resources, the bulk of which must be raised through domestic financing.
I therefore urge our financial sector to press ahead with its efforts to keep pace with investment and major projects, and to achieve a qualitative shift in expanding access to bank and non-bank financing for small and medium enterprises, as well as for the promotion of innovation, manufacturing and exports.
I look forward to seeing the financial sector focus on opening up broader, more innovative prospects to ensure optimal mobilization of national savings – particularly at institutional level – and to boost financial markets so as to accelerate the development dynamic in an emerging Morocco.
Dear Citizens,
With Almighty God’s help, I have managed to consolidate Morocco’s position as a reliable, respected, and influential player on the global stage.
Today, Morocco is an important economic player and a sought-after partner in new, balanced, forward-looking partnerships.
This has enabled our country to deal effectively and confidently with all its partners, and to propose constructive partnerships and promising cooperation initiatives on key bilateral and international issues.
Morocco has also chosen to diversify its partnerships, building on a keen sense of commitment and responsibility, thereby contributing to strengthening our country’s capabilities and enhancing its standing in various fields.
Dear Citizens,
The economic and social gains achieved transcend governmental and parliamentary timeframes. They are the result of years of positive developments and policies, thanks to strategic planning and the pertinence of the major choices made by our country.
Following the upcoming legislative elections and the formation of a new government, I will be looking forward to launching a new cycle in our country’s development process, the aim being to consolidate the gains made and continue to implement major projects and reforms.
Dear Citizens,
I should like to take the opportunity of the glorious Throne Day celebrations to reiterate my pride in, and appreciation for, all components of our Royal Armed Forces, the Royal Gendarmerie, the local government authorities, the National Security Forces, the Auxiliary Forces and the Emergency Services for being constantly mobilized, under my leadership, to defend our nation’s unity, security and stability.
I also remember with reverence the pure souls of Morocco’s righteous martyrs, foremost among them my revered grandfather and father, Their Majesties the late King Mohammed V and the late King Hassan II – may they rest in peace.
Almighty God says: “Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of those who do good”. True is the Word of God.
Wassalamu alaikum warahmatullah wabarakatuh.”
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