Recognition and gratitude are the watchwords of the Spanish government’s statements to Morocco for its effective, efficient and exemplary cooperation in the fight against irregular immigration, a cooperation which has produced tangible results at all levels. Aware of the central role played by Morocco as a transit country and its humanistic, holistic and multidimensional approach to the migration issue, Spain has always commended Morocco’s firm commitment and sustained efforts in the fight against networks involved in illegal immigration and human trafficking. Morocco’s actions, carried out in a spirit of shared responsibility and trust, have produced noteworthy results, confirming the Kingdom’s credibility and effective, efficient contribution to consolidating security and peace in the Mediterranean region. Some people “sometimes seem to think that countries like Morocco do not suffer from illegal immigration, but this does not correspond to reality”, said the President of the Spanish government, Pedro Sanchez. The cooperative relationship between Spain and Morocco in the fight against illegal immigration is “absolutely close, firm and real, which can only generate tranquility,” said Spanish Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska recently, welcoming the ongoing cooperation between the two countries based on trust and co-responsibility.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 25, 2023 04:28 UTC