Amid growing public debate over the phenomenon of using government vehicles for personal purposes, informed sources have revealed that the Ministry of Economy and Finance is in the process of taking decisive measures to curb these practices, which are considered a waste of public funds.
The sources reported that the Ministry is currently working on a comprehensive review of the licensing system for government vehicle use. They are developing a standardized licensing model in the form of a contract between the central administration and the user. This contract is expected to include strict conditions ensuring that vehicles are used for administrative purposes only.
This step comes at a time when Morocco is witnessing a continuous rise in fuel prices and vehicle purchase costs, increasing the importance of rationalizing government spending in this area.
Among the proposed measures, the Ministry aims to:
- Rationalize fuel consumption by setting maximum consumption limits.
- Encourage the use of hybrid vehicles to reduce carbon emissions.
- Control daily operating costs, including maintenance and insurance expenses.
Recently, there has been an increase in cases of government vehicles being used for personal trips and attendance at unofficial events, which has sparked widespread public discontent and is considered by many as a misuse of public resources.
Observers hope that these new measures will help curb the phenomenon and enhance transparency in the use of government resources, as part of efforts to combat corruption and rationalize public spending.