Excerpts from speeches by His Majesty King Mohammed VI on the solidarity and social economy

An enlightened Royal vision and strategic orientations

July 30, 2000
Excerpt from the Royal Speech on the first anniversary of the Sovereign’s Enthronement

« … No social development is possible without economic growth. Therefore, it is necessary to build a new economy capable of keeping pace with globalization and meeting its challenges. While we have adopted a market economy, this does not mean we aim to establish a market society, but rather a social economy where economic efficiency is combined with social solidarity. »

July 30, 2000
July 30, 2005
Excerpt from the Royal Speech on the 6th anniversary of Throne Day

« … We also commend the generous efforts made by civil society actors to promote the spirit of citizenship and encourage the social economy, which provides the conditions for a dignified life. »

July 30, 2005
July 30, 2009
Excerpt from the Royal Speech on the 10th anniversary of Throne Day

« … The imperative to focus on micro-projects that generate employment and stable income, especially in the current difficult economic context. »

July 30, 2009
November 6, 2013
Excerpt from the Royal Speech on the 38th anniversary of the Green March

« … Economically, this model provides for investment megaprojects to spur economic growth, create wealth and jobs, and encourage the social, solidarity-based economy. This approach is part of a sustainable development dynamic that takes into consideration the protection of the environment and the preservation of the rights of future generations, mainly by putting emphasis on renewable energy. »

November 6, 2013