In an unprecedented move in Moroccan political history, former minister and senior party leader Mohamed Ouarar made revelatory and shocking statements about the state, political parties, and the bureaucracy controlling the political scene. What makes his speech exceptional is that it represents a public rebellion by an experienced statesman, not just traditional party rhetoric or symbolic speech.
The Deep State Under Scrutiny
Ouarar for the first time directly used the term “Deep State,” criticizing its influence over ministers and government work. The central question arises: is this a rebellion against the real state, or merely an internal party conflict? What distinguishes his statements is the courage to confront a system never openly criticized with such frankness for decades.
Rebellion of a Statesman, Not Just a Politician
With his long ministerial experience and executive role within the ruling party, Ouarar is far from an ordinary politician. His understanding of state mechanisms and bureaucracy allows him to gauge the limits of political action, yet he chose to speak publicly, elevating this act to a historic rebellion by a statesman.
Political Party or State Independence?
His remarks suggest that there might be internal pressure from a powerful entity within the state or party, partially explaining his rebellion. At the same time, he appears intent on redirecting the national debate toward governance and reform, not merely engaging in intra-party quarrels.
Symbolic and Historical Dimension
For the first time in decades, a senior official talks about the Deep State and constraints faced by ministers, revealing the challenges of implementing genuine reforms within the government.
Ouarar positions himself as a voice of reason and independent observation, despite his affiliation with the ruling party, making his remarks a warning and a call for reflection for both the elite and civil society.
Key Questions:
Should Ouarar’s statements be seen as rebellion against the state or merely an internal party dispute?
Will this boldness open the door to a national debate on the Deep State in Morocco?
Will Ouarar face pressures within his party or from the institutions he criticizes?
Analytical Conclusion:
Mohamed Ouarar’s statements mark an unprecedented historical moment in Moroccan politics. They are not mere party rhetoric or symbolic speech but the rebellion of a statesman against the structural constraints of the Deep State. This event opens a crucial debate about the limits of political freedom, party independence, and the ability of officials to confront the heavy bureaucracy of the Moroccan state.
