Could Fouzi Lekjaa Become Morocco’s Next Prime Minister?

Morocco’s upcoming parliamentary elections on September 23 are seeing increased focus on Fouzi Lekjaa, the budget minister and president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, who has joined the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM). His entry into politics highlights a shift towards valuing managerial competence and national prestige over traditional party ideologies. As Morocco prepares to cohost the 2030 FIFA World Cup, Lekjaa’s influence could significantly impact the new government’s effectiveness in handling major infrastructure projects tied to the event.

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