News Report: Highlights from Moroccan Newspapers on Thursday

Agadir: A Global Model in Combating Water Stress

The American newspaper “The Wall Street Journal” praised the seawater desalination plant in the city of Agadir, considering it a global model in combating water stress. The newspaper explained that the plant relies on renewable energies and produces about 275,000 cubic meters daily, contributing to providing drinking and irrigation water for more than one million people.

The Istiqlal Party Criticizes Government’s Youth Policy

The Istiqlal Party joined the list of critics of the government’s policy in dealing with youth issues, especially amid the rising desire of young people to migrate and board death boats. In this context, MP Mounsef Touab addressed written questions to the Ministers of Economic Integration and Industry, holding the government responsible for unemployment and migration in Tetouan and M’diq.

Investigations in Boufekrane Commune in Meknes

A central committee from the General Inspectorate of Territorial Administration of the Ministry of Interior arrived at the Boufekrane Commune in Meknes to investigate suspicious financial and administrative files. The committee interviewed several employees and councilors entrusted with sensitive sectors and conducted field visits to sites involved in illegal works.

Butchers’ Crisis and Rising Meat Prices

A source from the butchers complained about the recession affecting red meat sellers due to the unprecedented rise in livestock prices, leading to increased meat prices and a decline in citizens’ purchasing power by more than 50%.

Calls for the Dismissal of Meknes Commune President

Fifty-four councilors out of 61 signed a petition demanding the dismissal of the Meknes Commune President, Jawad Bahji. Sources indicated that all of Bahji’s attempts to remain in office have failed, with a formal request submitted to include his dismissal on the agenda of the upcoming October session.

Questions About Fuel Prices in Morocco

MP Fatima Tamni questioned why the decline in international oil prices is not reflected in Moroccan fuel stations, as the price per barrel remains below $76.

Chaos in El Jadida Hospital After Director’s Dismissal

Since the Ministry of Health ended the duties of the director of the El Jadida Hospital, the facility has been experiencing chaos and randomness in medical and administrative services, negatively impacting the quality of services provided.

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