On the occasion of the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s ascension to the throne, Morocco’s Ambassador to Chad, Abdellatif Erroja, hosted a formal reception in N’Djamena on July 30, 2026. The event drew high-ranking attendees, including Chad’s Secretary General of Foreign Affairs and African Integration, Mahamat Issa Zakaria, diplomatic corps members, and prominent public figures.

Throne Day: A celebration of national pride and progress

Observed annually on July 30, Throne Day marks the anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s accession to the throne in 1999. This year’s celebration in N’Djamena brought together Chad’s government leadership, ministers, parliamentarians, constitutional institution representatives, diplomats, and international organizations.

In his keynote address, Ambassador Erroja emphasized the deep symbolism of the day, calling it « a cornerstone of Morocco’s institutional and historical identity. » He underscored how the celebration reflects the nation’s evolution under the King’s visionary leadership, highlighting Morocco’s transformation into a modern, forward-thinking state.

Morocco’s economic momentum under King Mohammed VI

The Ambassador highlighted Morocco’s robust economic performance, with a 4.6% GDP growth in Q1 2026 and inflation held steady at 1.1%. The agricultural sector saw an 18.4% increase in value added, while the African Development Bank ranked Morocco as Africa’s top industrial power in May 2026—thanks to competitive ecosystems in automotive, aeronautics, agribusiness, and renewable energy.

Tourism continued its upward trajectory, welcoming over 7.7 million visitors by May 2026, including 1.7 million in that single month. Casablanca Finance City also climbed to the 49th spot in the Global Financial Centres Index, signaling strong investor confidence. With preparations underway for the 2030 FIFA World Cup co-hosted with Spain and Portugal, Morocco is investing heavily in modernizing sports venues, hospitality, airports, and highways.

Diplomatic strides on the African and global stage

Ambassador Erroja also spotlighted Morocco’s strengthened diplomatic positioning, driven by King Mohammed VI’s proactive foreign policy. He praised UN Security Council Resolution 2797—a « historic milestone »—which recognized Morocco’s autonomy plan under Moroccan sovereignty as the sole basis for a lasting political solution to the Sahara issue. In recognition, October 31 was declared « Aïd Al Wahda » (Unity Day).

Morocco’s African strategy emphasizes solidarity and mutual benefit, exemplified by the Africa-Atlantic Gas Pipeline project linking Nigeria to Morocco. On July 19, 2026, ECOWAS leaders signed the Intergovernmental Agreement in Freetown, solidifying this vision.

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

A model bilateral partnership between Morocco and Chad

Ambassador Erroja devoted much of his speech to the exemplary Morocco-Chad relationship, describing it as a model of South-South cooperation. The two nations collaborate closely across education, health, agriculture, livestock, housing, transport, energy, culture, vocational training, trade, and aviation.

Key achievements include:

• An increase in Moroccan scholarships for Chadian students, rising to 250 for the current academic year from 150 previously, covering high-value programs.
• The inauguration of the Mohammed VI Mosque in N’Djamena in 2026, symbolizing the deep spiritual and historical ties between the two peoples.
• Expanded technical exchanges in health, housing, urban planning, animal health, justice, vocational training, and security sectors, including customs, anti-corruption, cybersecurity, and media.
• The resumption of Royal Air Maroc’s direct Casablanca-N’Djamena route in September 2025, boosting connectivity and mobility.

The Ambassador noted that Morocco is Chad’s top African investor, with a strong presence of Moroccan private enterprises in the country.

« Tchad Connexion 2030 »: A roadmap for shared growth

Ambassador Erroja praised Chad’s « Tchad Connexion 2030 » National Development Plan as a promising framework for high-impact projects in key sectors. He reaffirmed Morocco’s commitment to deepening the centuries-old ties between the two nations, aligning with the aspirations of King Mohammed VI and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

Tribute to those building bridges between peoples

Expressing gratitude, the Ambassador acknowledged the individuals and institutions fostering bilateral relations, singling out his departing Senior Advisor, Hassan Bahadi. He also praised Moroccan businesses, the Moroccan community in Chad, and associations like 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 Hospital Physicians.

A partnership with no limits

Concluding his address, Ambassador Erroja reaffirmed the unbreakable friendship between Morocco and Chad, stating, « Our partnership with the land of Toumaï knows no limits. It is built on mutual trust, respect, and a shared pursuit of tangible, sustainable results that meet the aspirations of both our peoples. »