فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Following the weekly government council meeting, Mustafa Baetass, the government spokesperson, shared important updates on the Social Security Law, confirming that the government has made significant progress in improving workers’ rights in Morocco. This advancement comes through amendments to pension conditions and the introduction of essential reforms that address union demands and contribute to strengthening social justice in the country.
Baetass highlighted that the government had reached an agreement with central unions in 2022, which included a set of reforms aimed at improving the situation of the working class. These reforms were designed to meet a range of significant financial and procedural demands. The total cost of these reforms amounts to approximately 46 billion dirhams, reflecting the government’s commitment to workers’ rights and social justice.
Among the key reforms announced was the adjustment of pension conditions, where workers will now be eligible for retirement after 1,320 days of work, compared to the previous requirement of 3,240 days. This was a major point of focus for unions, who had been advocating for this change for many years. It has had a positive impact on a large segment of workers who were unable to meet the previous day’s work requirement due to personal circumstances or starting work later in life.
Baetass also pointed out that the government had addressed the situation of certain special professions, such as fishermen, who faced challenges in benefiting from pensions due to the biological rest periods mandated by the nature of their work at sea. These issues were resolved through the new reforms, allowing fishermen to access their pension rights even if they had to stop working for enforced periods, marking significant progress in protecting the rights of this workforce.
The government sees these reforms as part of its broader strategy to build a social state that meets citizens’ aspirations and guarantees their rights. Baetass emphasized that the government remains committed to implementing these reforms despite potential financial challenges. He mentioned that the cost of these reforms is expected to reach about 9 billion dirhams by 2030, reflecting the substantial effort to balance social justice with national economic sustainability.
In this context, Baetass commended the significant role played by Parliament in supporting these reforms. The decrees were approved by both the government council and Parliament after extensive discussions that reviewed the economic and social benefits of these reforms. He praised Parliament’s active role in the legislative process, ensuring that social justice is achieved through improved laws that protect citizens’ rights.
These reforms represent a crucial step toward improving the situation of workers in Morocco and providing the social guarantees that the working class deserves. They also reflect the government’s commitment to enhancing social dialogue and working collaboratively with unions to improve working conditions. Despite financial challenges, these reforms send a strong message of the government’s determination to ensure a decent life for all citizens, reaffirming that social justice is a priority that cannot be compromised.
source : fesnews media
