Malawi Parliamentary Delegation Visits Morocco, Receives Condolences for VP's Death
The Malawian delegation is expected to return home on June 28, 2024, potentially with new avenues for bilateral cooperation and a strengthened diplomatic relationship with Morocco.
RABAT, Morocco— A delegation from Malawi's Parliamentary Service Commission is currently in Morocco on a diplomatic mission that combines solidarity and potential collaboration, writes Tionge Hara.
The visit, which began on June 24 and will conclude on June 28, 2024, comes in the wake of a tragic plane crash that claimed the lives of Malawi's Vice President, Dr. Saulos Claus Chilima, and eight others on June 10.
Led by First Deputy Speaker of Parliament Madalitso Kazombo, the Malawian delegation began their tour by visiting the Mausoleum of King Mohamed V in Rabat, where they laid a wreath in honor of the late monarch.
The delegation then held meetings with the presidents of Morocco's bicameral parliament, the House of Representatives and the House of Councilors.
During these sessions, both Moroccan houses expressed their sincere condolences for the loss of Vice President Chilima and the other Malawians in the recent plane crash.
Beyond expressions of sympathy, the meetings focused on strengthening the cordial relations between Morocco and Malawi.
Both parties expressed a desire to enhance cooperation across various spheres, including economic, social, cultural, and political domains.
Kazombo used the opportunity to reiterate Malawi's invitation for Moroccan investment, specifically calling for the establishment of a fertilizer production factory in Malawi through Morocco's global fertilizer giant, the OCP Group.
The delegation's program includes further meetings with various Moroccan institutions and a scheduled discussion with Nasser Bourita, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.
This diplomatic engagement underscores the deepening ties between Malawi and Morocco, combining expressions of sympathy with efforts to foster future collaborations.
It also highlights the role of parliamentary diplomacy in strengthening international relations and promoting economic partnerships.
As Malawi continues to grapple with the loss of its Vice President, this visit serves as a reminder of the international community's support and the potential for cooperation even in times of national mourning.
The Malawian delegation is expected to return home on June 28, 2024, potentially with new avenues for bilateral cooperation and a strengthened diplomatic relationship with Morocco.