فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
The city of Fez recently witnessed a significant economic event marked by the signing of several framework agreements between the Traditional Craft Chamber of the Fès-Meknès region and a number of chambers of industry, commerce, and services from African countries. This took place on the sidelines of the regional economic forum held under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
Mr. Najib ElfKhari, President of the Traditional Craft Chamber of the Fès-Meknès region, stated in a press interview that these agreements aim to strengthen bilateral relations between Moroccan chambers and their counterparts from Cameroon, Senegal, and other African countries. The goal is to promote South-South cooperation in line with the royal directives to position Morocco as an African platform for traditional industries.
ElfKhari explained that these partnerships will open broad horizons for Moroccan and African artisans in the fields of training, marketing, and experience exchange. They will also enable traditional craftsmen to benefit from international exhibitions and develop their capacities to meet market demands.
Meanwhile, Mr. Kadri Barad Barot, President of the Traditional Craft Chamber in the Kolda region of Senegal, expressed great satisfaction with visiting Moroccan professional centers, praising the level of development Morocco has achieved in vocational and craft training. Barad Barot emphasized that the Senegalese delegation aspires to sign similar agreements with Moroccan chambers to send Senegalese artisans and trainees to benefit from Moroccan expertise. He also expressed hope that Moroccan counterparts will visit Senegal to strengthen joint cooperation.
Mr. Mamoudi, President of the Traditional Craft Chamber in Ziguinchor, Senegal, highlighted the importance of this visit in bringing together Moroccan and Senegalese artisans to exchange experiences, especially in vocational training and qualification. He noted significant differences in training levels between the two countries, which motivates them to benefit from Morocco’s pioneering experience.
The meetings concluded with all parties affirming the importance of implementing these agreements on the ground to serve traditional craftsmen and enhance the status of Moroccan and African traditional crafts internationally.
