Meeting of the Government Council – Thursday, July 24, 2025
The Government Council met on Thursday, 28th Mouharram 1447, corresponding to July 24, 2025, under the chairmanship of the Head of Government, Mr. Aziz Akhannouch. The meeting focused on a sectoral presentation, the examination of several draft legal texts, the review of an international agreement, and deliberations on appointments to senior positions, in accordance with the provisions of Article 92 of the Constitution.
At the beginning of the session, the Council heard a presentation on the execution of the 2025 Finance Law, the preparation of the draft Finance Law for 2026, and the three-year budget programming for 2026–2028. The presentation was delivered by the Minister of Economy and Finance, Ms. Nadia Fettah.
In this context, the Minister highlighted the resilience and remarkable sustainability of the national economy, despite ongoing challenges. The growth rate is expected to reach 4.5% this year, driven by the sustained momentum of non-agricultural activities, which have continued to improve for the third consecutive year. She also noted the uncertain international context, marked by heightened geopolitical tensions and a slowdown in global economic growth.
Regarding the implementation of the 2025 Finance Law, the Minister stated that it continues in a demanding context, requiring the consolidation of macroeconomic balances while continuing to implement major structural projects and fulfilling government program commitments.
Based on forecasts concerning economic trends for the rest of the year, the Minister reaffirmed the government’s determination to mobilize the necessary resources by rigorously monitoring public spending execution. The goal of reducing the budget deficit to 3.5% of GDP, as set by the 2025 Finance Law, remains a top priority.
As for the general framework for preparing the draft Finance Law for 2026 and the 2026–2028 three-year budget programming, the Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to pursuing its reform program in line with the High Royal Guidelines and within a framework of integrated development. This approach aims to align public policies around interconnected strategic priorities, notably: strengthening the foundations of the social state through the generalization of social protection and improving its efficiency and sustainability, reforming the healthcare system, supporting investment, and promoting employment.
- Regarding Draft Decree No. 2.25.615 on defining the responsibilities and organization of the Ministry of Health and Social Protection, its review was postponed to a later government meeting.
- Subsequently, the Government Council examined and adopted four draft decrees related to the film industry, presented by the Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, Mr. Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid:
- Draft Decree No. 2.25.482 setting the conditions and procedures for registering and removing contracts from the national cinema register;
- Draft Decree No. 2.25.483 setting out the procedures for engaging in film production activities;
- Draft Decree No. 2.25.484 concerning the distribution, export, and import of films, commercial and cultural exploitation permits, and the operation of cinemas;
- Draft Decree No. 2.25.485 concerning the "studio" label, the cinema professional card, and the categories of professional activities related to the film industry.
- The Council also examined and adopted Draft Decree No. 2.25.638 defining the responsibilities and organization of the General Delegation for Prison Administration and Reintegration (DGAPR), presented by the Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Ms. Amal El Fellah.
The Government Council then reviewed the convention on the transfer of sentenced persons between the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Kazakhstan, signed on December 12, 2024, in Rabat. Draft Law No. 24.25 approving the said convention was presented by the Minister of Justice, Mr. Abdellatif Ouahbi, on behalf of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita.
The meeting concluded with the examination and adoption of proposals for senior appointments, in accordance with Article 92 of the Constitution.
- At the Ministry of Equipment and Water:
- Mr. Brahim Outamrich was appointed Director of Information Systems and Digitization;
- At the Ministry of National Territory Planning, Urbanism, Housing, and City Policy:
- Mr. Ahmed Merouhahel was appointed Director of the Urban Agency of Taroudant-Tiznit-Tata;
- Mr. Jamal Hanafi was appointed Director of the Urban Agency of Nador-Driouch-Guercif.
