Morocco’s ambassador to Chad, Abdellatif Erroja, hosted a high-profile reception in N’Djamena on July 30, 2026, marking the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The event brought together Chad’s top diplomatic and political leaders, including the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and African Integration, Mahamat Issa Zakaria.

Throne Day: A milestone of Moroccan sovereignty

Celebrated annually on July 30, Throne Day commemorates King Mohammed VI’s enthronement in 1999, a date now synonymous with Morocco’s institutional and historical identity. The ambassador described the occasion as a “privileged moment to honor the foundations of the Moroccan nation and assess the transformative progress achieved under the King’s vision.”

Morocco’s economic momentum under the King’s reign

The envoy highlighted Morocco’s strong economic performance in early 2026: a 4.6% GDP growth rate, controlled inflation at 1.1%, and an 18.4% rise in agricultural value added. The country has also been recognized by the African Development Bank as Africa’s top industrial power, thanks to competitive ecosystems in automotive, aeronautics, agri-food, and renewable energy. Tourism remains a key growth driver, with over 7.7 million visitors recorded by late May—including 1.7 million in May alone. Casablanca Finance City has also climbed to the 49th spot in the Global Financial Centres Index, signaling growing investor confidence.

With Morocco co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, the Kingdom is making substantial investments to upgrade sports facilities, hotels, airports, and highways.

Diplomatic breakthroughs shaping Morocco’s global role

Ambassador Erroja emphasized Morocco’s strengthened diplomatic standing, driven by King Mohammed VI’s strategic vision. He pointed to UN Security Council Resolution 2797 as a “historic turning point,” recognizing the autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty as the sole basis for a definitive political solution to the Sahara issue. In recognition, October 31 has been designated as Aïd Al Wahda (Unity Day).

On the African continent, Morocco continues to deepen cooperation through mutually beneficial South-South partnerships. A prime example is the Nigeria-Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline project, which took a major step forward with the signing of an intergovernmental agreement by ECOWAS heads of state in Freetown on July 19, 2026.

With over 1,600 cooperation agreements spanning multiple sectors, Morocco stands out as a leading training hub for African youth—training more than 1,200 professionals in 2025—and the top investor in West Africa and the second-largest on the continent.

Morocco-Chad relations: a model of South-South cooperation

A significant portion of the ambassador’s speech was dedicated to Morocco’s exemplary partnership with Chad. The two nations collaborate closely across education, healthcare, agriculture, transport, energy, culture, vocational training, trade, and aviation.

Key achievements include:

• An increase in Moroccan scholarships for Chadian students, rising from 150 to 250 for the current academic year, covering high-demand fields.
• The inauguration of the Mohammed VI Mosque in N’Djamena in 2026, symbolizing the deep spiritual and historical ties between the two peoples.
• Strengthened technical exchanges in health, housing, urban planning, animal health, justice, vocational training, military cooperation, customs, anti-corruption, cybersecurity, and media.
• The resumption of Royal Air Maroc’s direct flight between Casablanca and N’Djamena in September 2025, enhancing connectivity.

The ambassador also noted that Morocco is Chad’s top African investor, driven by a strong presence of Moroccan private enterprises.

Chad Connexion 2030: A shared vision for future growth

Ambassador Erroja praised Chad’s Chad Connexion 2030 national development plan as a promising framework for high-value projects. He reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to deepening the long-standing ties between the two nations, aligning with the aspirations of King Mohammed VI and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

A tribute to those building bridges

The ambassador expressed deep gratitude to all those contributing to bilateral relations, particularly his departing Chief Advisor, Hassan Bahadi. He also honored Moroccan businesses, the Moroccan community in Chad, and organizations fostering human connections—including the Chad branch of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulemas, the Association of Chadian Graduates and Friends of Morocco (ALTAM), and the Association of Doctors trained in Moroccan university hospitals.

A boundless partnership

In closing, Ambassador Erroja underscored the “unlimited potential” of Morocco-Chad relations, built on mutual trust, respect, and a shared pursuit of tangible, sustainable progress for both peoples.