In an effort to promote cooperation in the field of law to get ready for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, Morocco and Spain have signed a declaration of intent together in Madrid.
Signed by Moroccan Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi and Spanish Justice Minister Felix Bolanos Garcia, the agreement has the aim of strengthening judicial cooperation, particularly for combating cross-border organized crime.
A statement from the Moroccan Ministry of Justice emphasized the two nations’ resolve to strong diplomatic relations.
“The two ministers reaffirmed their desire for friendly relations and fruitful cooperation between the two nations, symbolized by the signing and enforcement of several international judicial cooperation agreements,” the statement read.
The model will be focused on information sharing and best practices on judicial matters related to the tournament. It also aims to justify legal assistance in order to enable effective coordination between law enforcement agencies.
This follows talks, which began in April 2024 and supplement Morocco’s earlier agreement with Portugal in January.
In addition, Morocco, Spain, and Portugal will establish a mixed justice commission to develop plans focusing on security and legal matters.
Highlighting the necessity of an efficient legal system, the ministers agreed that “this collaboration is crucial to the success of the tournament, affirming the role of an efficient judicial system in ensuring legal security for international events.”
Ouahbi’s visit to Spain marks another step in strengthening historical bilateral ties, with both countries committed to creating a secure environment for the global football spectacle.
