Morocco Election Focuses on Jobs and Migration as Youth Disillusionment Grows
· World · BBC News, New York Times
Moroccan voters are heading to the polls this Wednesday for parliamentary elections, with candidates competing for 395 seats in the House of Representatives. The campaign has been defined by promises of job creation and anti-Israel rhetoric, though many young citizens remain skeptical of the political process. This election follows a period of significant unrest in September 2025, where Gen Z protesters demonstrated against unemployment and high living costs, leading to over 2,400 prosecutions. The political climate is further strained by the recent migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, where at least 100 people died while attempting to cross the border. While King Mohammed VI retains significant executive authority, some young activists are attempting to influence policy by running for office on green agendas.
Why it matters
The election outcome will shape Morocco's governance during a period of high youth unemployment and social instability, directly impacting the country's economic policy and its relationship with the European Union regarding migration.
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