In a noteworthy development, parliamentarians from both houses of parliament and local leaders were excluded from attending the loyalty ceremony held in celebration of Throne Day. This exclusion has raised a wave of questions and speculations about the meaning of this royal decision.
Details of the Incident: Social media activists have shared videos indicating that parliamentarians were not invited to the loyalty ceremony, which took place yesterday in the Moulay Hassan Square in Tetouan. This exclusion contradicts the usual tradition where representatives of the people are typically present at such official events.
The ceremony is considered a joyous occasion to renew loyalty to His Majesty King Mohammed VI on the 25th anniversary of His Majesty’s accession to the throne. It is also an opportunity to reaffirm the strong bond between the monarchy and the people, and to embody the unity of the Moroccan nation.
Questions Raised: Is this measure a royal message that cannot be ignored? It is unusual to exclude parliamentarians and local leaders from such official occasions, raising questions about the reasons behind this decision. Is it an expression of royal displeasure with the current political class, or is it a direct message to the government and the political parties that form the parliamentary majority?
What are the implications of this exclusion for the future relationship between the palace and the government? The absence of parliamentarians at this event might be interpreted as an indirect criticism of the political performance of the political parties. The pressing question now is how the government and party leaders will respond to this royal signal. Will it lead to changes in policies or new directions in dealing with national issues?
What does this mean for the political future of Morocco? Does this decision signal upcoming changes in the management of relations between the palace and political institutions? How will this affect the stability of the government and the political community in the country?
Responses and Interpretations: This move has elicited varied responses from activists and political figures. Activist Maïssa Najji viewed the King’s refusal to include parliamentarians as reflecting His Majesty’s dissatisfaction with the political parties in the government, and as a clear message that the King does not wish to meet or even greet them.
"إجراءات ملكية غير مسبوقة: البرلمانيون يتغيبون عن حفل الولاء في خطوة مفاجئة" pic.twitter.com/mi5ayrm3Od
— المغرب الآن Maghreb Alan (@maghrebalaan) August 1, 2024
Ultimately, the key question remains: How will political leaders respond to this royal message? Will Morocco see a shift in governance and political management as a result of this strong signal?
