Rabat – The US has extended its congratulations to Morocco on its election to the presidency of the UN Human Rights Council on Wednesday.
US ambassador and permanent representative to the UN in Geneva Michele Taylor extended her country’s “heartfelt congratulations” in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
“A heartfelt congratulations to @Morocco_UNOG Ambassador Omar Zniber on his election as the President of @UN_HRC,” she wrote.
She emphasized the US’ “excitement” to partner with Morocco to boost human rights worldwide.
“United, we can forge a path towards universal respect and equality,” she wrote.
Morocco today in an organizational meeting was elected to the presidency of the UN Human Rights Council for 2024.
Thirty out of 47 UN Human Rights Council members voted in favor of Morocco out of 47 members, while South Africa received 17 votes.
Morocco’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs celebrated the election, stressing that the news reflects the “Confidence and credibility inspired by Morocco’s foreign action” under King Mohammed VI in Africa, on the international stage, and within the multilateral system.
“The Kingdom of Morocco, which makes a recognized contribution within the Human Rights Council, particularly in the foundational processes of this organ’s development is pleased with the trust placed in in it,” the foreign ministry said in a press release.
For Morocco, the election is a “strong signal” from the international community in favor of the country’s “constructive approach and its unifying leadership on key issues.”
