Morocco strengthens consular network with 22 strategic appointments

Morocco’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates has announced 22 new Consuls General appointments, marking a significant overhaul of the country’s consular network. This move aims to enhance services for Moroccans abroad while reinforcing ties with its diaspora.

A modern, citizen-focused approach

Described as one of the most extensive changes in recent years, the appointments cover over a third of Morocco’s consular network. The decision reflects a broader strategy to modernize consular services, emphasizing competence, accessibility, and a renewed spirit of public service.

The new assignments span key destinations for Moroccan nationals, including France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, and the United States. France, home to the largest Moroccan community abroad, received 13 new Consuls General, while three were appointed in Italy, and others in Spain, Belgium, and New York.

This redeployment focuses on regions where Moroccans frequently seek assistance, ensuring that consulates are more responsive to their needs.

Women lead the way

For the first time, nearly half of the appointees are women, with 10 out of 22 positions now held by female Consuls General. This raises the percentage of women leading Moroccan consulates to 38%, reflecting the ministry’s commitment to gender equality and talent recognition.

The appointments prioritize merit and experience, with 11 officials assuming the role of Consul General for the first time. Many have extensive backgrounds in diplomacy and consular affairs, while others bring fresh perspectives or return to consular duties after previous experience. The ministry aims to balance institutional memory with innovative leadership to address modern challenges effectively.

A mission of service and connection

The revamped consular network underscores Morocco’s dedication to a diplomacy rooted in the lives of its citizens. Beyond administrative duties, the new Consuls General are tasked with protecting citizens, fostering cultural outreach, and promoting economic cooperation.

The profiles of the appointees reflect Morocco’s expectation for consulates to serve as bridges between the nation and its diaspora. By prioritizing public service driven by competence and integrity, the ministry is signaling its commitment to a citizen-centered approach in its international engagements.

This transformation highlights Morocco’s belief that efficient, inclusive, and responsive consular services can strengthen its global standing while deepening connections with its global Moroccan community.