Enhancing Bilateral Cooperation between Hungary and Morocco
Hungary and Morocco Strengthen Ties Through Trade and Security Cooperation
In a recent joint press conference held in Budapest, Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó emphasized the importance of cooperation between Europe and Africa, particularly in light of the challenges posed by the war in Ukraine and skyrocketing inflation. Minister Szijjártó highlighted the need for a comprehensive strategy for the development of Africa, as well as the importance of addressing illegal immigration as a common security challenge.
During discussions with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, Minister Szijjártó praised Morocco’s efforts in combating terrorism and noted the significant increase in trade between the two countries, reaching USD 400 million per year. The ministers also signed an agreement for providing fully funded scholarships to Moroccan university students through the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship Programme.
Hungary expressed its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as a basis for resolving the Western Sahara conflict, in line with recent affirmations by the United States and France. The Hungarian embassy in Morocco will now provide consular services to Moroccan citizens across the country, further strengthening bilateral ties.
Several other countries, including Croatia, Moldova, and Estonia, have also voiced their support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as a credible solution to the Sahara conflict. This growing international backing reflects the positive efforts of Morocco to promote stability and development in the region.
The recent visit of the Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs to Hungary is part of a European tour aimed at garnering support for the autonomy plan. This ongoing cooperation between Hungary and Morocco highlights the importance of trade, security, and diplomatic ties between the two nations in addressing regional challenges and promoting mutual prosperity.
Overall, the partnership between Hungary and Morocco exemplifies the value of collaboration between European and African countries in tackling shared issues and fostering sustainable development in the region.
Sources:
MTI, Moroccan press agency
