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Abdelkader Amara appointed as Morocco's new CESE president
His Majesty King Mohammed VI has named Abdelkader Amara as the new president of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE), marking a significant appointment for this vital advisory institution.
Amara, 63, is a seasoned politician with a wealth of ministerial experience, having held various cabinet positions such as Minister of Industry, Minister of Energy, and Minister of Equipment. Notably, he briefly served as interim economy and finance minister in August 2018.
Originating from Bouarfa in Morocco's Oriental region, Amara began his academic journey at Omar Ibn Abdelaziz High School in Oujda, where he earned his scientific baccalaureate in 1979. He subsequently obtained his doctorate from the Hassan II Institute of Agronomy and Veterinary Medicine in Rabat in 1986, later becoming a professor at the institution. His academic pursuits led him to France in 1989 for further studies, enriching his expertise.
Amara's career bridges both academia and politics, including a decade as a scientific advisor to the World Science Organization in Sweden. He has been an active member of the Justice and Development Party, serving as the party's Chief Treasurer and as an MP for Salé since 2002.
In his new capacity at CESE, Amara aims to enhance the council's role as an intermediary body while tackling essential priorities such as social protection, youth initiatives, social dialogue, and reducing territorial inequalities. A critical aspect of his mission will be aligning CESE's efforts with ongoing government and legislative activities.
Amara's commitment to anti-corruption is evidenced by his role as a founding member of the Association of Moroccan Parliamentarians Against Corruption. Additionally, he has served as vice-president of the World Forum of Islamic Parliamentarians and is actively involved in various international organizations.