30 septembre 2008
His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid works overtime
Rabat, September 29, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has been working overtime on file of bilateral relations, juggling a hectic agenda promoting political, economic and social program while fostering interfaith and intercultural dialogs.
The last week began as Crown Prince Moulay Rachid pursued a heavy workload in Saudi Arabia during His a five-day state visit to the country.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s demand-responsive schedule involved a hectic schedule of bilateral meetings that offered Him an opportunity to explain Morocco's views and concerns on international issues.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s first meeting as scheduled took place on Monday (September 22, 2008) with several officials of Medina, after arriving to Saudi Arabia.
Later on September 25, 2008 Crown Prince Moulay Rachid held series of senior-level meetings, including with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid in addition attended the gracious Iftar banquet hosted by King Abdullah.
Also the say day, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid held a briefing with the Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz, exchanging views and information on different issues and bilateral ties.
In addition to a number of meetings with leaders of the Kingdom, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid paid a visit to the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.
While in Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Moulay Rachid on September 26, 2008 visited the Holy Grand Mosque in Mecca and performed Umrah (the minor Hajj) in Mecca.
After a full of activity agenda in Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid embarked on schedule at home, dealing with a variety of subjects.
On Saturday (September 27, 2008), Crown Prince Moulay Rachid traveled to Tetouan, where He opened the meeting of the regular session of the Higher Council of Ulemas.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid moreover carried out a new lecture concerning Ramadan.
While in Tetouan, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid learn about sadden dead of Moroccan finest politician Dr. Abdul Karim al-Khatib.
Flying straight from Tetouan to Rabat, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was tenderly welcomed by the wife and family of the deceased al-Khatib as well as all people, as He arrived to Rabat’s cemetery.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, who always put people’s needs first, regardless of his hectic agenda, as always impressed with His majestic heart, mind and soul.
In addition to His public duties, under conditions of highly modified decision-making, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid works vigorously to advance social development and achieving economic development all the way through His own corporation, the Investment Blue.
Despite his busy calendar, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid constantly finds time for several other projects.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid already laid out His agenda for the upcoming the Hassan 2 Golf Trophy and the Marrakech International Film Festival meeting with equally packed outlines.
29 septembre 2008
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid gives eloquent tribute to one of the finest public servants of our time
Rabat, September 28, 2008 – Regardless of His busy schedule, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has paid on Sunday His final respects at the funeral mass for Dr. Abdul Karim al-Khatib.
Sharing in the grief and pain, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid offered His prayers together with His heartfelt condolences to family and relatives of Dr. Al-Khatib.
At the funeral ceremony held in the Rabat cemetery, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid saluted the talent of Dr. Al-Khatib, his self-sacrificing patriotism, brave and courageous work for the country and for the sake of the people.
In an eloquent tribute, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid expressed that Morocco has lost one of the most outstanding leader of this generation who influenced a political vision toward the national independence movement and paved the way for inspirational Kingdom’s realization toward the national sovereignty.
After the ceremony, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid talked to and comforted the widow of late Dr. Al-Khatib and his family.
Giving the moral importance to this event, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has cleared His demanding schedule on very short notice to come to Rabat and to pay His respects to finest politician.
Dr. Al-Khatib died on Saturday in Rabat at the age of 87 years. He was one of a number of signatories of the Independence Manifesto, founding President of Party of Justice and Development (PJD), also held several ministerial positions and was a co-founder of one Scouting division.
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid reminds scholars of just coexistence and dialogue
Tétouan, September 27, 2008 – Attributing to moral adherence to true Islamic principles, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid opened the meeting of the regular session of the Higher Council of Ulemas.
Keeping a hectic schedule, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid urged the Islamic scholars and intellectuals to adhere to the great message advocated by the Islam.
During the assembly, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also instructed the leadership of the Higher Council of Ulemas to highlight values such as tolerance and humanitarian character, while warned scholars against making incorrect interpretations of the verses of the Holy Quran.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid pays a great deal of attention to the development of the special role of Morocco in the dialogue with people of other faiths and cultures.
28 septembre 2008
Saluting HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid tone personified by hard work
Tetouan, September 27, 2008 -- As shown by His numerous achievements, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid widely recognized as our hardest working royal in the world, went back to work just moments after landing in Morocco.
Wise Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, who has return from the state visit of Saudi Arabia, carried out a new lecture concerning Ramadan.
As a part of His innumerable interfaith dialogues, during the holy month of Ramadan, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid hosted several Ramadan lectures, hoping to spread the message of understanding and harmony, the core values of His interfaith movement.
Ramadan is set to come to end by the end of the month September.
27 septembre 2008
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid concludes state visit to Saudi Arabia
Jeddah-Saudi Arabia, September 26, 2008 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid left Friday night for home after a state visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was seen off at Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport by His Royal Highness Prince Misha'al bin Majed bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Jeddah Region, Moroccan Ambassador Abdul Karim, representatives of the Royal Protocol and number of officials.
While in the Kingdom, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid hold metings with the Saudi’s King, Crown Prince, Princes and senior officials.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also visited the Prophet's Mosque in Medina and performed Umrah (the minor Hajj) in Mecca.
Strengthening of the two countries' ties, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid took an opportunity to make efforts once again to strengthen dialogue and expand cooperation, and to address the ME crisis, as well as to have a discussion on diplomatic and peaceful ways in the conflict resolution process.
Successful completion of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid state visit to Saidi Arabia resonates as an important and clear evidence of the strong Moroccan-Saudi historic relations.
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid pauses to reflect and contemplate in Mecca
Mecca-Saudi Arabia, September 26, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid seized moment to reflect and contemplate at the Holy Grand Mosque in Mecca.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid performed Umrah rituals (Minor Hajj), as vital part of the third period – salvation - of Ramadan.
At the Holy Grand Mosque, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was received by the Mosque's Security Force Commander Major General Yosef Matar and a number of officials.
26 septembre 2008
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid assesses necessity concerning bilateral relations
Mecca-Saudi Arabia, September 25, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid continues His meetings in Saudi Arabia, where He conferred with the Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Sultan bin Abdulaziz.
During their face-to-face meeting, the cooperation between two countries was addressed and it was agreed that there are great opportunities for boosting and improving cooperation in many areas, especially in the economic, cultural and humanitarian areas.
Two leaders also spoke about the current the situation in the Middle East and the latest regional developments.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid substantiated His belief of the need for finding a swift solution to ME problems and efforts exerted to push forward the peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians.
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and King of Saudi Arabia confirm good bilateral relations
Mecca-Saudi Arabia, September 25, 2008 – The fourth day of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid Saudi’s visit began with His meeting with the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
During the talks, the two leaders confirmed good bilateral relations and underlined idle possibilities for the strengthening of the two countries' economic ties.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, who pays a lot of attention to the development of the two countries' relations, had made in the past efforts in many areas, including the prospects of bilateral cooperation in science and technology.
In connection to ME crisis, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid affirmed that the problem of conflict resolution is essential not only for the region but for the whole world, because the affluence of security largely depends on the situation in this region.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also expressed his gratitude to the Saudi’s side for warm welcome and generous hospitality accorded to Him and Him accompanying delegation.
Later today, the King of Saudi Arabia held the Iftar (breaking-fast) in honor of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid.
25 septembre 2008
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid arrives to Mecca
Mecca-Saudi Arabia, September 25, 2008 - His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid embarked on a packed schedule on the fourth day of His state visit to Saudi Arabia.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is expected to hold several official meetings on bilateral relations.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is also expected to perform Umrah (the minor Hajj).
24 septembre 2008
HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid travels to Jeddah
Jeddah-Saudi Arabia, September 23, 2008 – Rounding off the second day of His state visit to Saudi Arabia, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid arrived to Jeddah coming from Medina.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was received by Prince Misha'al bin Majed bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Jeddah Region, and a number of officials.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and the Governor of Jeddah exchanged views on issues of mutual concern to the two countries.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is currently on a several-day visit to Saudi Arabia, holding various meetings there.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also paid special visit to Prophet's Mosque in Medina.
