On the occasion of the 27th anniversary of Throne Day, HM King Mohammed VI reviewed the Kingdom’s transformation and set out the priorities for the next stage. Institutional stability, industrial sovereignty, territorial justice and the continuity of reforms form the pillars of the Kingdom’s new development cycle.
A record marked by pride, renewed confidence and a clearly defined course for the future. In the Speech delivered to His people on Wednesday, July 29, HM King Mohammed VI offered a comprehensive assessment of the path travelled by the Kingdom over the past twenty-seven years.
The Sovereign recalled that “the pursuit of personal glory, or the desire to be hailed as a ‘continental or international leader’, has never been an end in itself.” “My sole concern has always been to fulfil, to the best of My ability, the responsibility entrusted to Me to serve you, while ensuring that all Moroccans can live in dignity as free citizens,” He affirmed.
The achievements accomplished, HM the King stressed, are neither the result of chance nor improvisation. They are “the consequence of a clear strategic vision and a doctrine of governance” based on “taking the initiative, rigorous follow-up, constructive self-criticism” and a determination to approach the future “with resolve and optimism.”
The Kingdom’s True Wealth
In His Speech, HM King Mohammed VI highlighted the importance of political and institutional stability for the Kingdom: “What gives us the greatest sense of pride is the security and stability prevailing in Morocco, as well as the effective functioning of public institutions.” The Sovereign added: “Today, stability is the key variable in Morocco’s development equation. It is also the strategic capital that makes the nation proud.”
This strength is rooted in the Kingdom’s thousand-year history and in its traditions as a nation-state, “where institutions fulfil their roles in a spirit of harmony and complementarity.” It enables Morocco to meet challenges, demonstrate resilience in the face of crises and successfully host major international events, earning “expressions of admiration and esteem from around the world.”
Advancing Towards Emergence
This stability underpins an economic momentum that is now visible across several sectors. Growth stood at around 4.9% in 2025, and an equivalent or higher rate is expected in 2026.
The Royal Speech placed particular emphasis on the Kingdom’s industrial rise. “Morocco has become Africa’s leading automobile exporter, with an annual production capacity of approximately one million vehicles,” HM the King stated. The automotive and aerospace sectors now account for more than 40% of national exports, overtaking the phosphate industry.
Morocco is also making progress in high-value technological activities. The launch of new industrial facilities is enabling the country to join “the select group of nations hosting some of the world’s largest hubs specialising in the manufacture of aircraft engines and landing systems.”
The development of electric batteries, renewable energy and green hydrogen further reflects this determination to anticipate technological transformations and strengthen the country’s integration into strategic production chains.
Against the backdrop of renewed protectionism, HM the King has made “the strengthening of national sovereignty and strategic self-sufficiency” major pillars of industrial development. The agri-food and pharmaceutical industries already cover nearly 80% of national needs. The establishment of a defence and cybersecurity industrial and technological base is likewise intended to consolidate the Kingdom’s sovereignty.
Shared Growth
“Our ultimate goal is to improve the living conditions of Moroccans and establish social and territorial justice,” the Sovereign stressed.
HM the King called for the effective implementation of integrated territorial development programmes so that they encompass all regions “without exception.” The national financial sector was also urged to provide stronger support for investment, SMEs, innovation, industrialisation and exports.
It will need to become “more open and more innovative” in order to mobilise national savings and give “fresh momentum” to the development of an emerging Morocco.
At the international level, the Kingdom has also consolidated its position “as a credible, respected and influential international actor.” It is increasingly asserting itself as “a leading economic player” and a sought-after partner for balanced, forward-looking cooperation.
Finally, HM the King called for the launch, following the next legislative elections and the formation of a new government, of “a new cycle in our development trajectory.” This cycle should be based on “preserving the achievements already made and continuing major projects and far-reaching reforms.”
The Kingdom is therefore called upon to consolidate its achievements, deepen its reforms and translate its economic performance more fully into social and territorial progress.
