The 16th edition of the MEDays Forum, organized under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, with God's assistance, in Tangier from November 27 to 30, 2024, marked a turning point in affirming its central role as the "South Forum." This edition once again embodied an open, sovereign, resilient, innovative Morocco, at the heart of international dynamics.

A Royal Vision at the Heart of MEDays' Success

The MEDays Forum owes its success to His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, whose pioneering vision positions Morocco as a global geopolitical and intellectual crossroads.

Since its creation in 2008, the MEDays Forum has always been conceived as a promotional platform for the Kingdom and a tool of "soft power" in line with foreign policy, carried and embodied by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him. Thanks to royal support, the MEDays Forum is now a stronghold of reflection and a powerful voice from the South.

Royal Jewel: The Tangier Arts and Culture Palace

For the first time, the MEDays Forum was held at the Palace of Arts and Culture in Tangier, a true architectural masterpiece. This prestigious setting reflects the cultural and intellectual ambition of Morocco, embodied by the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, May God Assist Him. This exceptional setting has magnified the impact of the discussions and strengthened the international aura of the Forum.

Grand Prix MEDays 2024: An embodiment of South-South cooperation

The MEDays 2024 Grand Prix has been awarded to the prime ministers of Dominica, Grenada, and Saint Lucia, recognizing their commitment to South-South cooperation, their support for the Moroccan aspect of the Sahara, and the Moroccan initiative of autonomy.

This distinction highlights the strategic and multidimensional links between Morocco and Caribbean countries, in line with the Royal Vision for South-South cooperation, grounded in solidarity and international dialogue for inclusive development.

Sovereignty and Resilience: Unanimous Support for the Moroccan Identity of the Sahara
The theme "Sovereignty and Resilience" has guided the discussions, exploring solutions to strengthen the sovereignty of nations while building collective resilience against global crises. A clear message has emerged: current challenges require ambitious and cooperative efforts.

The Forum was marked by multiple declarations reaffirming support for Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara and the Moroccan initiative of autonomy as the sole credible and sustainable solution to this artificial dispute. These unanimous positions reflect the growing adherence of the international community to the Moroccan position within the context of the very large positive dynamic currently in place.

A surge in favor of the Royal Atlantic Initiative

The Royal Initiative aimed at strengthening cooperation in the Africa-Atlantic region was universally acclaimed during the debates. This strategic ambition was presented as a model to address the security, economic, and environmental challenges in this key geopolitical space.

The MEDays also provided a concrete opportunity to highlight the Royal Initiative for the de-enslavement of Sahel countries by facilitating their access to the Atlantic.

"Diversity and richness of the topics covered"

The MEDays 2024 explored a variety of strategic themes, affirming their role as a platform for reflection and action for the global south. The discussions covered economic sovereignty, energy transition, resilience in the face of global crises, technological innovation, global security, African integration, South-South cooperation, sustainable development, global governance, and regional partnerships.

By gathering decision-makers, experts, economic operators, and opinion leaders, the MEDays confirm their significance as a credible and influential platform for dialogue, providing concrete answers to contemporary challenges while highlighting the strategic positioning of Morocco.

MEDays Investment Summit: A Concrete Operational Dimension

The MEDays Investment Summit (MIS), a key operational pillar of the forum, has established itself as a crucial platform for driving investments and showcasing tangible opportunities in Africa and emerging economies. With dedicated sessions focusing on critical sectors such as infrastructure, green energy, strategic industries, and value chains, the MIS 2024 facilitated the connection between investors and public and private decision-makers.

The MIS has facilitated strategic exchanges and the conclusion of ambitious partnerships, solidifying the role of MEDays as a catalyst for economic transformation.

Strengthening of South-South and South-North relations

In a world undergoing, the MEDays have reaffirmed their role as a strategic bridge between the South and the North. The discussions highlighted concrete solutions for building balanced partnerships while ensuring the sovereignty of Southern countries, all within a constructive and respectful spirit of their national specifics.

If MEDays are the "South Forum," they are also the appropriate setting where the South meets the North in a spirit of ambitious, unembarrassed, and constructive cooperation.

An exceptional international participation

With over 7,000 participants, 270 speakers, and representatives from 120 countries, the MEDays have established themselves as the indispensable geopolitical forum of the South, attracting decision-makers, experts, and key players from around the world.

The 16th edition of MEDays solidifies the reputation of the forum, seen as a decision-makers event, with a record number of official delegations present in Tangier. Heads of state and government, foreign ministers, ministers, and representatives of governments, as well as high-ranking officials from international and regional organizations, have come together to participate in MEDays, an unmissable event on the international agenda, despite a traditionally busy calendar at the end of November.

This exceptional gathering testifies to the significance of MEDays, which, despite being a non-governmental forum, establishes itself as a credible and influential space for strategic dialogue and concrete action. The presence of these high-profile personalities strengthens the international legitimacy of MEDays and their pivotal role in global diplomacy.

High media attention and global visibility

The presence of over 250 national and international journalists has facilitated a wide dissemination of the debates, strengthening the impact of the Forum's conclusions. This increased visibility highlights the significance of MEDays as a prominent platform within the landscape of major global events.

Finally, over 25 million interactions have been recorded on social media, illustrating the interest sparked by the outputs of the forum among the general public.

CONCLUSION

In 2024, more than ever, the MEDays Forum has solidified its position as a voice of the South, expressing with strength and ambition on the international stage. Thanks to the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, the MEDays Forum continues to build bridges between nations, inspire concrete solutions, and renew the momentum of global cooperation.

The MEDays Forum asserts itself each year as an indispensable, unique platform for dialogue, a catalyst for solutions to global challenges, and a representative of the aspirations of Southern nations on the global stage.