Research paper tracks government's dominance over Morocco's legislative production

A recent research paper highlights a significant trend in Morocco: the government's increasing dominance over the legislative production process. The study, titled 'Government Dominance Over Legislative Production: Analysis of Constitutional Determinants and Procedural Control Mechanisms,' suggests a clear imbalance favoring the executive branch.

The paper posits that this shift is primarily rooted in the constitutional framework itself, coupled with parliamentary and political practices. It argues that the Parliament has, to a considerable extent, voluntarily ceded its legislative authority in areas constitutionally designated for its purview. This voluntary relinquishment allows the regulatory power of the executive to outweigh the legislative power.

This analysis points to a concentration of power within the executive, impacting the balance between governmental branches. The research suggests that the way laws are initiated, debated, and passed in Morocco increasingly reflects the priorities and influence of the government over that of the elected representatives.