For the first time since ascending the throne, King Mohammed VI has decided not to address the Moroccan people on the occasion of the Green March on November 6.
According to the royal cabinet, it has been decided that “the high royal speech will in the future take place on two official occasions: the Throne Day and the opening of the first session of the legislative year.”
The statement continued, “His Majesty the King, in his capacity as Commander of the Faithful and Head of State, retains the decision and high discretion to address his loyal people at any time and on any occasion he deems appropriate.”
Despite the cancellation of the Green March speech, it has been decided to “maintain the planned celebrations to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the Green March, without a royal address to the nation on this occasion.”
In a statement from the royal cabinet, it was noted: “In light of the historic transformation in the course of our national cause and in consideration of the crucial developments brought about by Security Council Resolution 2797/2025, which was the subject of the last high royal speech by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist and support him, it has been decided to designate October 31 of each year as a national holiday, a day for His Majesty to exercise his royal pardon.”
His Majesty the King, may God protect him, has named this national occasion “Unity Day,” symbolizing the deep national and territorial unity of the Kingdom. This holiday will serve as a national occasion to express commitment to the country’s sacred values and legitimate rights.
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