The Kingdom of Morocco has reaffirmed its deepening relationship with Madagascar, with Ambassador Mohamed Benjilani highlighting the accelerating pace of bilateral cooperation on the occasion of Morocco’s Throne Day.
Speaking at a ceremony held at the Moroccan residence in Androhibe, Ambassador Benjilani emphasized the “vitality and depth” of the ties between the two nations, noting the significant progress made since King Mohammed VI’s historic visit to Madagascar in 2016.
“Malagasy holders of diplomatic or service passports can now travel to Morocco without a visa, and vice versa. This is a strong signal of mutual trust and closeness between our two countries,” he stated.
That visit by the Moroccan monarch served as a catalyst for numerous joint initiatives spanning critical sectors including health, education, agriculture, infrastructure, and decentralization.
The ambassador underlined the continuing evolution of these projects, describing the cooperation as part of a robust South-South partnership rooted in mutual respect and shared development goals.
Among the flagship projects is the planned rehabilitation of the Pangalanes Canal. While technical studies have already been completed by Morocco, the ambassador confirmed that the project’s execution now hinges on necessary responses from the Malagasy government.
Progress is also visible in the healthcare sector. The construction of a regional hospital in Antsirabe, backed by the Mohammed VI Foundation for Sustainable Development, is well advanced. According to Benjilani, only a few administrative matters remain before it becomes operational.
Diplomatic collaboration has also broadened. Since 2016, two waves of bilateral agreements have been signed, notably in health, decentralization, and the removal of visa requirements for official passport holders. These measures have enhanced institutional mobility and reinforced government-to-government engagement.
Education remains another pillar of the partnership. Morocco now cooperates with more than 40 African countries, including Madagascar, in academic exchange. Scholarships for Malagasy students and military training programs form a key part of this long-term strategic alliance.
With tangible development projects, growing diplomatic links, and cultural exchange, the relationship between Morocco and Madagascar continues to deepen—anchored in a vision of shared prosperity and enduring partnership.
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