Moroccan Party Criticizes 'Marginalization' of Zagora Region

The Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) in Zagora has voiced strong criticism regarding the "marginalization" of the region, asserting that it suffers from profound structural imbalances. During a large consultative meeting in Zagora city, party officials and members gathered to discuss the party's organizational status and strategies for future elections.

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For the sake of responsible mobilization that enhances the party's standing.

Key leaders, including Ministers Adib Benbrahima and Hicham Sabri, along with prominent figures Samir Koudar, Larbi Lamhrachi, and Mohamed Hammouti, addressed the attendees. Their speeches focused on strengthening the party's local presence and mobilizing members. A central theme of the discussions was the lack of "territorial justice" in the Drâa-Tafilalet region, particularly in Zagora province.

Participants pointed to significant shortcomings in infrastructure, low development indicators, and unmet promises, contrasting them with the region's needs. The party leadership specifically mentioned accumulated problems in vital sectors such as education, health, agriculture, and road networks. They also criticized other political parties that previously managed the region's affairs, holding them responsible for the "systematic marginalization" of Zagora and a failure to fulfill commitments to its residents.

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The province is still suffering from deep structural imbalances, reflected in weak infrastructure and low development indicators, in contrast to promises that have not met expectations.

The agricultural sector was highlighted as particularly vulnerable due to water scarcity and drought, necessitating urgent intervention to protect oases and support small farmers. Deficiencies in human resources and equipment within the health sector were also noted. In response to recent statements by a political leader visiting Zagora, participants stressed that the residents "cannot be bought or sold," emphasizing the need for genuine political commitment and practical programs rather than seasonal slogans or opportunistic electoral calculations.

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Zagora is struggling with a series of accumulated problems in vital sectors such as education, health, agriculture, and roads, in addition to the absence of several projects that were supposed to contribute to improving the living conditions of the population.

PAM concluded the meeting by affirming its commitment to institutional advocacy for Zagora's fair treatment and the redressal of grievances. The party called for strong internal mobilization, leveraging local expertise and engaging with all stakeholders dedicated to the region's progress. Ministers present reiterated the party's translation of political discourse into tangible government action, citing the party's role in sectors like housing and urban planning to improve living conditions in provinces like Zagora. Local citizens and activists present appealed for special attention to Zagora and the wider region, describing it as developmentally impoverished despite its potential, and expressing disappointment with previous elected parties.

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The residents of Zagora cannot be bought or sold.