Crown Prince Moulay Rachid seeks new possibilities, not yet applied, of expanding scales of cooperation with Chile

Qatar, April 2, 2009 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and President of the Republic of Chile Michelle Bachelet held Tuesday (March 31st, 2009) a tête-à-tête meeting on the sidelines of the 2nd Summit of the Arab and South American States in Doha.

The two leaders of state discussed the prospects for cooperation between the two countries in the political, economic, cultural and educational spheres, as well as exchanged views on current international issues.

In this context, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid reminded that the stepping up of the work of Morocco-Chilean intergovernmental joint commission, presentations of economic potential of Morocco and Chile, holding business forums, expositions and other events are essential.

In particular, according to Crown Prince Moulay Rachid joint commission can connect in seeking and finding new possibilities and crucial ways not yet applied in expanding the scales of cooperation and developing mutual beneficial projects.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also expressed confidence that this meeting will kick off many mutually valuable issues that will upgrade the Morocco-Chilean relations to a new level.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and President of Argentina discuss bilateral cooperation

Qatar, April 2, 2009 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and President of Argentina Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner held Tuesday (March 31st, 2009) one-on-one talks on the sidelines of the 2nd Summit of the Arab and South American States held in Doha.

During the meeting Crown Prince Moulay Rachid raised the question of developing cooperation between Morocco and Argentina.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid noted at the talks that the level of economic cooperation does not entirely reflect the opportunities and potentials of both countries.

By emerging direct affiliation ties between commerce circles of Morocco and Argentina, expanding investment cooperation, subsequently the trade and economic indicators can be raised several times, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid stressed.

Strongly committed to working towards full participation of Morocco in political, economic and social life, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid opined that trusting exchange of views and the intensive political dialogue can carry on at all levels and will contribute to building up the close ties between Morocco and Argentina and serve the interests of peace, stability and progress in both regions.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner also separately discussed their positions with regard to actions intended to combat the global financial crisis.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid attended a luncheon banquet

Qatar, April 2, 2009 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid attended a luncheon banquet at Doha Sheraton Hotel Tuesday (March 31st, 2009) hosted by His Highness the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani in honor of the leaders taking part in the Second Summit of Arab and South American States.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid present at Summit of Arab and South American States

Qatar, April 2, 2009 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid - recognized as Morocco's de facto king - was present at Tuesday’s (March 31st, 2009) second Summit of Arab and South American States.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is working hard at international level to achieve and foster dialogue between countries and emerging economies, including cooperation ties with other countries and searching for opportunities for developing relations through various groups, with a view to achieving stability in the world.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s accomplishments, as a knowledgeable and influential statesman who works tirelessly to strengthen His country’s potential and bring greater prosperity to its people, are persuasive evidence of Morocco’s reputation.

Head of States and Leaders of Arab and South American countries gather in Doha - Qatar for the second one-day summit to enhance the strategic relations between the two regions.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid conveys hope for Arab reconciliation to recognize triumph of the Arab nation

Qatar, April 1, 2009 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid undertook a pledge to stir up cooperation of the Kingdom of Morocco and the 21st Arab Summit during the second session held between Arab leaders.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid hopes for intensifying cooperation with Arab countries stressing the correlation of the collaboration and colossal work in recognition of the 21st Arab Summit.

In spite of the dark clouds on the Arab virtual horizon, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also conveyed His delight on the outcomes of the 21st Arab Summit.

In addition, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also thanked His Highness the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani for advantageous efforts in the course of the 21st Arab Summit and greatly appreciate the warm welcome He received in hospitable Qatar.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid graced dinner banquet

Qatar, April 1, 2009 – On Monday evening, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid graced dinner banquet at the Emiri Diwan granted by His Highness the Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al Thani in honour of delegations taking part in the 21st Arab Summit.

Arab leaders pose for a group photo on the 21st Arab Summit

Arab leaders pose for a group photo before the opening session of the Arab summit in Doha, Qatar, 30 March 2009. From L to R are: Arab League Secretary General Amr Moussa, Yemen President Ali Salah, Mauritanian President General Mohamed Ould Abd Aziz, Morocco Prince Moulay Rachid, Egyptian Minister for Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Mufid Shehab, Lebanese President Michel Sulieman, Comores Islands President Ahmed Abdallah Sambi, UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed al-Nahayan , Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Sabah al-Ahmad al-Sabah, Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki, Oman Deputy Prime Minister Sayyd Fahad bin Mahmoud Al-Said, Somali President Sheikh Sharif Ahmed, Syrian President Bashar el Assad, Sudan President Omar Hassan el Bashir, Saudi Arabian King Abdullah, Tunisian President Zine el Abidine Ben Ali, Jordanian King Abdullah, Bahrain King Hamad bin Isa al-Khalifa and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid leads Morocco’s delegation to the Arab Summit

Qatar, April 1, 2009 - Morocco’s Heir His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid lead Morocco’s delegation to the Arab Summit at the Qatar’s capital Doha on Monday March 30, 2009.

In this context, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid focused in His participation on enhancing Morocco-Arab relations, pointing out to the Arab reconciliation and the importance of the Arab unity.

H.H. the Emir of Qatar Sheikh Hamad Ben Khalifa Al-Thani welcomed Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and other Arab leaders saying "at a time that requires your opinion and your decision, at a time when the nation awaits the prudence of your reason and wisdom and hopes for reassurance that restores some faith during these circumstances that are fraught with turmoil and anxiety."

The issues that dominated the agenda were the reconciliation among Arab leaders after a turbulent period of conflicts and rivalry linked to the rising power of Iran, Palestinian unity and peace talks with Israel.

The Crown Prince Moulay Rachid together with other leaders at the Arab summit also reiterated support for an Arab peace initiative for a land-for-peace deal with Israel that sees the establishment of a Palestinian state.

The Arab leaders participating in the 21st Arab summit concluded meeting noting: We, the Arab leaders meeting at the 21st Arab Summit in Doha, are committed to strengthen Arab solidarity and preserve Arab values, security of Arab countries and legitimate rights of Arab states to defend their national independence and resources.

The summit's opening session was also attended by Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-moon, representatives of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC), the Commission of the African Union (AU) and the Arab Inter-parliamentary Union (AIPU).

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid journeys to Doha – Qatar

Qatar, March 31, 2009 – Marching towards strengthening Arab standing on the regional and on international forums, Morocco’s Heir His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has traveled to Doha, Qatar on Sunday to lead the Kingdom's delegation to participate in the 21st Arab Summit, held in Qatari capital Doha on Monday (March 30, 2009).

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is also leading the Morocco’s delegations in the 2nd South American-Arab Summit on Tuesday March 31, 2009.

In addition, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is also expected to hold several bilateral meetings.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was received by Qatari Minister of State Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al-Atiyyah, Moroccan Ambassador to Qatar and other senior officials at the Doha International Airport.