“Le Royaume is today a regional and African platform of quality sons”

• The Fondation Trophée de l’Africanité, which your president organizes, in collaboration with the Mohammed V University of Rabat, the Diplomats’ Conference on the theme: “Le Maroc, Destination Phare du Tourisme Médical en Afrique”. In other words, what are the goals of this choice?

La Conférence des Diplomates vise à mettre en lumière le rôle du Maroc as a leader in Africa and the Medical tourism sector. This choice highlights the country’s advances in medical infrastructures, quality health services, and strategic partnerships with African nations. The objective is to reinforce South-South cooperation, promote Moroccan expertise and attract investment to further develop the Medical Tourism Sector in Africa. Indeed, medical tourism is a field in full expansion and Maroc is fast becoming an unrivaled destination through its scientific diplomacy, modern medical infrastructure, internationally recognized specialists and competitive and accessible health services. Thanks to massive investments and continuous improvement of the health system, the Kingdom is today a regional and African platform for quality care, attracting patients from all over Africa.

• Pouvezvous nous faire un état des lieux actuellement, pour ne pas dire une presentation des grandes avncées dans le sector?

Le Maroc has made remarkable progress in the field of medical tourism, with modern health infrastructure, internationally renowned specialized clinics and highly qualified professions. Countries have developed strategic partnerships with African countries to facilitate access to special needs. Thanks to a competitive service offer and affordable prices, Maroc is positioned as the destination of choice for patients in Africa and internationally, not in areas such as cosmetic surgery, cardiology and orthopedics.

• The Conference of Diplomats aims to strengthen South-South cooperation. Comment celle-ci se présente-t-elle aujourd’hui?

Today, South-South cooperation between Maroc and other African countries is enhanced by strategic partnerships in key areas such as health, education and the economy. Maroc plays a leading role in partageant son know-how and facilitating access to infrastructure and quality services, in the favorable development of mutuel sur le continent.

• Qu’en est-il de celle entre le Royaume et le reste des pais du continent?

Maroc has consolidated its relations with names of African countries through bilateral and multilateral agreements, including various sectors such as health, agriculture, infrastructure and training. Le Royaume is a key player in promoting South-South cooperation in Africa, investing in development projects and strengthening local capacities. These partnerships aim to foster economic and social integration building up on the continent, in line with His Majesty King Mohammed VI’s vision for an African unity and prosperity.

• On the same lancee, Cet événement est placé sous le signe de la Vision Royale. A mot à ce sujet?

In a high-level appointment s’incrit dans la continuité de l’engagement Royal en faveur d’une coopération Sud-Sud active, stable and durable. Le Maroc, under the visionary direction of His Majesty Mohammed VI, has multiplied initiatives to become a major player in various strategic sectors in Africa, not counting medical tourism. Evidence of a strong complementarity, functional and structural, between the “health system” and “tourist infrastructure”, medical tourism in Morocco has been developed following different health-related reforms and improvements in the climate of affairs and investment La Conférence des Diplomates, organized by the Fondation Trophée de l’Africanité et l’Université Mohammed V, sees a rhythm of dialogue, formation, reflection and sharing of expertise in the way that the Royaume du Maroc imposes itself as a privileged medical destination for African continent.

• Par rapport à la rencontre de ce vendredi, quelles sont vos attentes de ladite Conférence?

We present from this conference un reinforcement des échanges sur le turistice Médical au Maroc, the mise en avant des expertises morocaines et africaines, ainsi que la creation de nouvelles de opportunités de cooperation entre ducteurs. This meeting aims to solidify the role of Morocco as an African medical hub while promoting South-South cooperation.

• On another level, what are the main actions of the Foundation for the promotion of Africanity on the continent and across the world?

The Fondation Trophée de l’Africanité works actively to promote African talent through various initiatives. She organizes conferences, forums and cultural events aimed at strengthening the links between African countries and valorising their common heritage. La Fondation soutient également l’éducation, especially for women and young girls, for bias and orientation programs. Elle characterizes the awards as the Médaille de l’Africanité pour honorer les personnalités qui œuvrent au développement du continent. Finally, it will facilitate cultural, economic and scientific exchanges among African nations to promote sustainable South-South cooperation.