فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
Meknes, Morocco – In line with the High Royal Directives to promote local development, the Acting Wali of the region chaired an extensive meeting yesterday, Friday, at the annex of the Meknes prefecture. The meeting was dedicated to launching consultations on the preparation of the Integrated Territorial Development Program.
A Participatory Workshop for a Comprehensive Development Program
The meeting was attended by various local actors, elected officials, heads of external services, and representatives of civil society and the private sector, as part of a participatory approach aimed at involving all parties in shaping a new development vision.
In his opening speech, the Wali affirmed that this program is in response to the recent Throne Speech and the ministerial circular regarding the launch of a new generation of development plans. He explained that the goal is to shift from traditional approaches to a comprehensive development model based on integration and solidarity among regions, aiming to improve the quality of life for citizens.
Identifying Development Priorities
The Wali emphasized the importance of a precise and comprehensive diagnosis of the population’s needs, with a special focus on the most vulnerable rural and mountainous areas. He outlined four main pillars for the program:
- Supporting Local Employment: By valuing economic potential and creating an attractive environment for investment.
- Strengthening Basic Services: Focusing on the education and health sectors to ensure citizen dignity and achieve regional equity.
- Water Resource Management: Implementing proactive measures to address water stress.
- Territorial Rehabilitation Projects: Launching integrated projects to improve living quality in vulnerable areas.
A Call for Collaborative Action
Concluding his address, the Wali called on all attendees to engage in collaborative work and effective coordination to ensure the success of this development initiative. He noted that this program must be different in form and content from previous ones, with the aim of achieving tangible results on the ground. For their part, the participants welcomed the High Royal Directives, confirming their full commitment to this ambitious development project.
