A formal handover ceremony was held Thursday in Rabat as Abdelkader Amara officially took the reins of Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE), following his appointment by King Mohammed VI. He succeeds Ahmed Reda Chami, who led the Council for several years. The event was attended by Council members and its Secretary General.
In a farewell speech marked by gratitude and reflection, Chami congratulated his successor on earning the monarch’s trust. He praised the Council’s commitment to its mission, emphasizing its role in shaping public policy through inclusive and participatory methods. According to Chami, the CESE has served as a key platform for societal dialogue, producing policy recommendations and research grounded in consultation and collaboration across diverse social sectors.
He also highlighted the Council’s bold stances and its proactive outreach to constitutional institutions and regional governments. This openness, he noted, has helped to strengthen participatory democracy and contributed meaningfully to the country’s broader development efforts.
Taking the floor next, Abdelkader Amara expressed deep pride in the royal confidence placed in him, calling the appointment both a great honor and a significant responsibility. He pledged to lead the Council with resolve, guided by the expectations of Moroccan citizens and the needs of public and private sector stakeholders.
Amara underscored his intent to deepen collaboration with key state institutions—including the government, parliament, and national bodies—to make the CESE a more powerful instrument in advancing Morocco’s strategic goals. He emphasized the Council’s potential to support sustainable development and promote territorial equity as central priorities.
