Morocco-Chad ties celebrated in N’Djamena

Celebrating a quarter-century of royal leadership

On July 30, 2026, Morocco’s Ambassador to Chad, Abdellatif Erroja, hosted a prestigious reception in N’Djamena to mark the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne. The event brought together Chad’s Secretary General of Foreign Affairs and African Integration, Mahamat Issa Zakaria, alongside top diplomats and leading figures from both nations.

A milestone for Moroccan identity

The Throne Day celebration, observed annually on July 30, honors the day King Mohammed VI ascended the throne in 1999. This year’s gathering in Chad’s capital underscored the depth of the bilateral relationship, uniting government officials, ministers, parliamentarians, constitutional representatives, diplomats, and international organizations.

The Ambassador emphasized the significance of the occasion, calling it “a profound expression of Morocco’s institutional and historical identity.” He highlighted how the day serves as both a celebration of national foundations and a reflection of the nation’s remarkable progress under the King’s visionary guidance.

Morocco’s economic momentum

Ambassador Erroja spotlighted Morocco’s robust economic performance, citing a 4.6% GDP growth in Q1 2026, controlled inflation at 1.1%, and an 18.4% surge in agricultural value-added. The African Development Bank ranked Morocco as Africa’s top industrial powerhouse in May 2026, driven by thriving sectors like automotive, aeronautics, agri-food, and renewable energy.

The tourism sector continues to flourish, with 7.7 million visitors welcomed by May 2026—including 1.7 million in May alone. Casablanca Finance City also rose to the 49th spot in the Global Financial Centres Index, underscoring Morocco’s growing financial appeal.

With Morocco co-hosting the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, substantial investments are being channeled into modernizing sports venues, hotels, airports, and highways to meet global standards.

A strengthened diplomatic presence

The Ambassador praised Morocco’s enhanced diplomatic standing, particularly the United Nations Security Council’s Resolution 2797—a historic milestone recognizing Morocco’s autonomy proposal for the Sahara as the sole basis for a lasting political solution. October 31 was subsequently declared “Aïd Al Wahda” (Unity Day) in recognition of this achievement.

On the African continent, Morocco is deepening south-south cooperation through initiatives like the Nigeria-Morocco Atlantic Gas Pipeline, which saw a landmark intergovernmental agreement signed during the July 19 Freetown summit with ECOWAS leaders.

With over 1,600 cooperation agreements spanning diverse sectors, Morocco stands as a premier training hub for African youth—having educated 1,200 professionals in 2025—and ranks as the top West African investor and second-largest investor across Africa.

Strengthening Morocco-Chad bilateral ties

Ambassador Erroja dedicated significant attention to the exemplary partnership between Morocco and Chad, describing it as a model of south-south collaboration. The two nations maintain extensive cooperation across higher education, healthcare, agriculture, livestock, housing, transport, energy, culture, vocational training, trade, and aviation.

Key milestones included:

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

The Ambassador noted Morocco’s position as Chad’s leading African investor, driven by a strong private sector presence.

Chad’s 2030 development vision

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

Honoring those who bridge nations

In his closing remarks, the Ambassador expressed deep gratitude to individuals driving bilateral cooperation, particularly his departing Chief Advisor, Hassan Bahadi. He also commended Moroccan businesses, the Moroccan community in Chad, and organizations fostering human connections, including the Chad Chapter of the Mohammed VI Foundation of African Ulema, the Association of Chadian Graduates and Friends of Morocco (ALTAM), and the Alumni Association of Moroccan University Hospitals.

The event concluded with a reaffirmation of the unbreakable friendship between Morocco and Chad, built on mutual trust, respect, and tangible, sustainable outcomes for both peoples.