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Istiqlal Party election results and government formation

Overview

Following the September 23, 2026, legislative elections, the Istiqlal Party secured 65 seats in the 395-seat Chamber of Representatives, ranking third in total seat count. The party demonstrated significant strength in Morocco’s southern provinces, specifically in the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra and Dakhla-Oued Ed-Dahab regions. On September 28, the party’s executive committee, led by Secretary General Nizar Baraka, met to analyze the results. While the party congratulated the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) for leading the election results, internal deliberations continued regarding whether to join the PAM-led majority or move into the opposition. The party also raised concerns regarding a low national voter turnout of approximately 38.08% and alleged electoral irregularities, including financial influence and pressure on voters. During an extraordinary session of the National Council in Salé on October 3, Baraka announced that the PAM has reportedly rejected an alliance with the National Rally of Independents (RNI). The National Council officially delegated Baraka to manage negotiations regarding the party’s participation in the upcoming government. Baraka emphasized that participation is contingent upon the government program incorporating its campaign commitments, such as protecting purchasing power, combating unemployment, fighting corruption, addressing autonomy negotiations regarding the Moroccan Sahara, and improving public services in health and education. On October 9, ahead of the new legislative session, the Istiqlal Party announced Madiha Khayr as the new leader of its parliamentary group in the House of Representatives, succeeding Allal Amraoui. The party stated her appointment aims to renew leadership and increase the representation of women and youth. On October 16, the Istiqlal Party secured a significant role in Morocco’s new government, obtaining seven ministerial and delegated minister posts overseeing 12 sectors.

Entities

Istiqlal Party · Nizar Baraka · Morocco · Laâyoune · Authenticity and Modernity Party

Timeline

  1. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Istiqlal Party secures 12 ministerial sectors in Morocco’s new government

    The Istiqlal Party holds seven ministerial posts overseeing 12 sectors in Morocco’s new government, managing strategic areas like industry, water, and tourism ahead of the 2030 World Cup.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Istiqlal and PJD announce new parliamentary group leaders

    The Istiqlal Party and the PJD have named their new parliamentary group leaders in Morocco's House of Representatives, with Madiha Khayr heading the Istiqlal group.

  3. [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Istiqlal Party delegates Nizar Baraka to lead government negotiations

    The Istiqlal Party has delegated Secretary-General Nizar Baraka to lead government formation negotiations, making participation conditional on fulfilling its electoral program commitments.

  4. [POLITICS] 12 sources
    Istiqlal Party to decide on Moroccan government participation

    The Moroccan Istiqlal Party will decide on October 3 whether to join the new government following the 2026 legislative elections, after securing 65 seats and finishing third in parliamentary representation.

  5. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Istiqlal Party outlines social priorities for Moroccan elections

    The Istiqlal Party has unveiled its election priorities in Morocco, focusing on social reforms in education, healthcare, employment, and improving the purchasing power of citizens.

  6. [POLITICS] 8 sources
    Istiqlal Party leader Nizar Baraka holds major campaign rally in Laayoune

    Istiqlal Party leader Nizar Baraka held a major rally in Laayoune, framing the 2026 elections as a critical step toward implementing autonomy in Morocco's Southern Provinces and driving regional development.

  7. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Nizar Baraka outlines development vision for Larache

    Istiqlal Party leader Nizar Baraka presented a development plan for Larache, focusing on agri-industrial growth, combating inflation through regulated distribution, and preparing infrastructure for the 2030 de-

  8. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Nizar Baraka launches Istiqlal Party election campaign in Beni Arous

    Istiqlal Party leader Nizar Baraka launched the party's election campaign in Beni Arous, focusing on rural development and infrastructure in Morocco's Larache Province.

  9. [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Istiqlal Party leader inaugurates new regional offices in Oued Ed-Dahab

    Istiqlal Party Secretary-General Nizar Baraka inaugurated new regional headquarters in Oued Ed-Dahab and Aousserd to strengthen the party's local presence and organizational capacity.

  10. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Istiqlal Party endorsement in Nador sparks internal controversy

    The Istiqlal Party's decision to endorse Mohamadi Touhtouh, a former RNI member, for elections in Nador has caused internal dissent and prompted Touhtouh to resign from his local council seat.

Sources

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