King Mohammed VI Grants Clemency, Cites 4.9% Growth on Morocco’s 27th Throne Day

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On 27 July 2026 King Mohammed VI delivered a royal speech marking the 27th anniversary of his accession. He announced a royal clemency covering 1,788 individuals, of whom 1,679 were detained prisoners and 109 were free persons. The speech highlighted Morocco’s economic performance, noting a 4.9 % growth rate in 2025 and an expectation of a similar pace in 2026, driven by diversification into automotive, aerospace, renewable energy, green hydrogen and battery production. Automotive and aerospace exports now account for more than 40 % of total exports, and the country recorded close to 20 million tourist arrivals in 2025.

The United States reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara during the Throne Day celebrations. The King also called for expanded domestic financing to support industrial projects and small‑medium enterprises, emphasizing strategic self‑sufficiency and continued social development programmes.

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King Mohammed VI · Ministry of Justice · Ministry of Justice (Morocco) · Ministry of Justice of Morocco · Ministry of the Royal Household (Morocco) · Mohamed Karmoune · Moroccan Economy · Moroccan Royal Guard · Moroccan aerospace sector · Moroccan automotive industry · Moroccan government · Moroccan tourism sector

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[● 3 SOURCES] 109 of the clemency beneficiaries were free at the time of the grant. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] A military oath‑taking ceremony will be held at the Mechouar of the Royal Palace in Tétouan on 31 July 2026.
[○ 1 SOURCE] King Mohammed VI granted royal clemency to 1,788 people on Throne Day 2026.
[● 5 SOURCES] King Mohammed VI delivered a speech on the 27th anniversary of his accession on 27 July 2026. www.infomagazine.ma · culturedumaroc.com
[● 6 SOURCES] The speech highlighted Morocco’s security, stability and effective public institutions as strategic assets. www.infomagazine.ma · www.maroc24.com · www.alyaoum7.ma
[○ 1 SOURCE] King Mohammed VI will preside over Throne Day ceremonies on 30 and 31 July 2026 in M’diq‑Fnideq and Tétouan.
[● 3 SOURCES] The Ministry of Justice announced the details of the royal clemency. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com
[● 6 SOURCES] 1,679 of the clemency beneficiaries were detained at the time of the grant. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com · aljadidnews.ma · culturedumaroc.com · 1001infos.net
[● 3 SOURCES] In his speech, the King highlighted Morocco’s security, stability and effective public institutions. www.infomagazine.ma
[● 6 SOURCES] 1,679 of the clemency beneficiaries were detained prisoners. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com · aljadidnews.ma · 1001infos.net
[● 7 SOURCES] One death sentence was commuted to life imprisonment as part of the clemency. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com · aljadidnews.ma · culturedumaroc.com · 1001infos.net
[● 7 SOURCES] 109 of the clemency beneficiaries were free persons. www.maroc24.com · tanjanews.com · aljadidnews.ma · culturedumaroc.com · 1001infos.net