KUNA (Kuwait News Agency)
LONDON, Nov 25 (KUNA) — British Foreign Secretary William Hague welcomed Friday Moroccan elections.
In a statement, Hague said these elections support the implementation of the new Constitution passed by referendum in July and are important to Morocco’s progress towards greater democratic accountability.
Across the region there is a huge opportunity for peaceful change, the advancement of human rights and economic development, the minister noted.
He encouraged each country to follow the path of peaceful reform.
“This was my message during my visit to Morocco last month where I discussed political reform and declared our willingness to support projects to increase political participation and promote transparency in public institutions through our Arab Partnership Initiative”.
He also met representatives from a broad range of political parties to discuss the opportunities and challenges they face and was impressed by the willingness of the parties to promote popular participation in the political process.
Hague said he looked forward to working with Morocco’s new democratically elected government once it is formed. (end) he.bs KUNA 252157 Nov 11
