Institutional Meeting at the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Türkiye
In line with the high vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, May God Assist Him, His Excellency Mr. Mohamed Ali Lazreq, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Türkiye and former Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, received a delegation from the Moroccan Youth Council for Diplomatic and International Cooperation.
The MYCDIC delegation was led by Mr. Haitham Anqita, MYCDIC Youth Ambassador to the Republic of Türkiye.
The meeting reflects the growing institutional position of the Council as an active youth stakeholder in the field of parallel diplomacy, as well as its role in strengthening the participation of Moroccan youth abroad and supporting the international visibility of the Kingdom of Morocco.
Presentation of MYCDIC’s Vision and Activities in Türkiye
The meeting provided an opportunity to present MYCDIC’s institutional vision and review the principal activities undertaken by its representation in Türkiye.
Discussions also addressed the future development of the Council’s presence in the country and the possibility of expanding its network beyond Istanbul to additional Turkish cities.
This proposed expansion seeks to improve engagement with Moroccan students, young professionals, experts and members of the Moroccan community living across different regions of the Republic of Türkiye.
Through a broader and more structured presence, the Council aims to establish stronger channels of communication with Moroccan competencies abroad and facilitate their participation in institutional, diplomatic, cultural and national initiatives.
Mobilising Moroccan Youth and Competencies Abroad
During the meeting, His Excellency the Ambassador emphasised the importance of the role undertaken by MYCDIC in identifying, connecting and mobilising young Moroccan talent abroad.
He also highlighted the value of encouraging Moroccan youth and professionals living overseas to contribute to national priorities and support the interests and international standing of the Kingdom.
The discussions underlined that organised institutional work can provide an effective framework for transforming the expertise, experience and international networks of young Moroccans into meaningful contributions to their country.
Such engagement can also strengthen connections between Morocco and its citizens abroad while supporting the development of future generations of Moroccan leaders, professionals and institutional representatives.
A Structured Approach to Institutional Expansion
At the conclusion of the meeting, the participants reaffirmed the importance of adopting a structured organisational approach to the expansion of MYCDIC’s activities outside Istanbul.
This approach would enable the Council to respond more effectively to the needs and aspirations of Moroccan students, professionals and community members living in different Turkish cities.
It would also contribute to the establishment of a coordinated national network operating according to the Council’s approved institutional structure, strategic priorities and standards of representation.
Strengthening Morocco’s International Outreach
This official meeting confirms MYCDIC’s commitment to reinforcing the engagement of Moroccan youth abroad and promoting their active contribution to national causes and international cooperation.
It also reflects the Council’s determination to develop its international representations through structured leadership, responsible institutional engagement and close coordination with Moroccan diplomatic institutions.
MYCDIC will continue working to connect Moroccan competencies worldwide, strengthen the Kingdom’s international outreach and position young Moroccans as active contributors to diplomacy, development and constructive international dialogue.
