Expressing himself at the end of an interview with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Living Abroad, Nasser BouritaSpeaking ahead of the "High-Level Retreat on the Future of Euro-Mediterranean Relations," Šuica noted that the Kingdom constitutes a "model" to follow in the region.

This interview provided an opportunity to highlight Morocco's historical and structuring role as a key player in the Mediterranean.

In this regard, the European Commissioner stated, in a joint press conference with Bourita, that the relationship between the two parties is "special" and should be strengthened in various areas. She welcomed the Kingdom's "very advanced partnership" with the European Union, particularly in the areas of migration management and the fight against terrorism and organized crime.

He also praised Morocco's "remarkable" efforts in the areas of decarbonization and ecological transition. "We welcome Morocco's leading role in strengthening Euro-Mediterranean cooperation," he continued, calling the Kingdom a key "strategic partner" for the European Union.

"Our partnership with Morocco, a vital bridge for cooperation with Africa, is unique and extremely multidimensional," Šuica emphasized, noting that this ambitious bilateral cooperation paves the way for a deepening of the Euromed partnership in the future, in order to respond to the mutual needs of Europe and the MENA region.

The European Commissioner also indicated that, since the beginning of her mandate, the EU has been working on "a new pact for the Mediterranean," developed using a participatory approach with the 27 European countries and the partner countries on the southern shore.

This new framework will be officially promulgated in November, on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Barcelona Declaration and the creation of the Barcelona Process.

"Our ambition is very clear. We want to lay the foundations for a common space of prosperity, peace, stability, and security," Šuica said during her address at the "High-Level Retreat on the Future of Euro-Mediterranean Relations."

This new pact has been preceded by extensive consultations with all the partners involved, the European official stated, noting that this Withdrawal, hosted by Morocco, can contribute substantially to this new Euro-Mediterranean pact.

Based on an evolutionary process, this instrument aims to be a powerful engine of stability and growth through three main pillars, he said, specifying that it involves placing populations at the center of action, promoting the full potential of the region's economies, and strengthening cooperation on security, resilience, and migration.