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Rabat – The head of the Moroccan government Aziz Akhannouch stressed on Monday the country’s commitment to implementing the “Pact for the Future” recently adopted by the United Nations General Assembly.
The new charter aims at revitalizing the organization’s relevance and effectiveness in the 21st century. It includes commitments to accelerate progress on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), enhance climate action, and address root causes of conflicts.
Speaking at the Summit of the Future convened by the UN Secretary-General in New York, Akhannouch emphasized the importance of placing peace, stability, and development at the center of collective efforts. He called for a global, inclusive approach rooted in “trust, dialogue, and mutual respect.”
During his address, Akhannouch noted that the summit, set against a backdrop of complex global challenges, offers a unique opportunity to renew dedication to the UN Charter and to collectively inject new life into multilateralism.
“Renewing multilateral work must be based on genuine political will to collaborate and to promote inclusive solutions grounded in fairness, legitimacy, and solidarity,” the government chief said.
Akhannouch referenced a message from King Mohammed VI during the annual meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund held in Marrakech. The King said, “The economic, social and political developments witnessed in recent years call for reform of the institutions and rules that govern the multilateral system.”
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In addition, Akhannouch stressed the necessity of prioritizing Africa within the UN’s agenda, as well as emphasized the potential to turn the continent’s current challenges into opportunities for growth and prosperity.
He also addressed the critical issue of climate change, announcing Morocco’s ambitious target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 45.5% by 2030. He highlighted efforts to increase investment in renewable energy, particularly green hydrogen, aiming for over 52% of the country’s electricity mix to come from clean sources by 2030.
In addition, he outlined Morocco’s progress in social protection, food security, and health sovereignty.
Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita was also present at the Future Summit, which is part of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. It brought together leaders from various nations, international organizations, and civil society representatives.
During this gathering, UN member states adopted the Future Charter, which includes commitments to bridge the digital divide and accelerate the achievement of sustainable development goals.
The pact emphasizes human rights, particularly women’s rights, and introduces annexes focused on regulating artificial intelligence and ensuring well-being for future generations. Despite its ambitious goals, critics note that the pact lacks specific actionable steps for implementation. Seven countries, including Russia and Iran, opposed the pact, citing concerns over national sovereignty and external influence in domestic matters.
