In a significant development, the Director-General of the Thailand International Cooperation Agency (TICA), Mr. Chulvat Narinthrangura, met with his Moroccan counterpart, Mr. Mohamed Methqal, Director-General of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI), on July 4, 2025. This meeting marked a notable milestone in strengthening bilateral development cooperation between Thailand and Morocco.
At the heart of this cooperation is the provision of Annual International Training Course (AITC) scholarships to Moroccan personnel, as well as the Thailand-Morocco Sustainable Community Development Project. The project has yielded several successful outcomes, including the transfer of solar-powered Parabola Dome Dryer technology from Thailand to Morocco.
The trilateral aspect of their cooperation has also garnered significant attention, with both sides commending the success of joint training courses co-organized by AMCI and TICA. These courses have included a recent Climate Change course held in Morocco for participants from African countries in May 2024, as well as an upcoming Food Security course to be held in Thailand in 2025 for participants from ASEAN countries.
Moreover, Thailand recently hosted the Thailand-Africa Development Forum in May 2025, which attracted Moroccan representatives to engage in discussions and further cooperation with Thailand. This event underscores the growing partnership between the two nations, particularly on development-related initiatives.
The year 2025 marks a special occasion, commemorating both the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Morocco and the 10th anniversary of the signing of the MoU on Technical Cooperation between the two sides.
This meeting showcases Thailand's commitment to fostering strong international relationships that promote mutual understanding and cooperation. By strengthening its ties with countries like Morocco, Thailand can better navigate global challenges and contribute meaningfully to regional development efforts.
The significance of this development lies in its potential to further deepen the economic and social ties between Thailand and Morocco, while also bolstering their collective resilience in the face of global uncertainties. As bilateral relations continue to evolve, Thailand's role in regional affairs will undoubtedly remain a crucial aspect of its foreign policy landscape.
In conclusion, the strengthening of development cooperation between Thailand and Morocco underscores the significance of international partnerships in promoting sustainable growth and addressing pressing global challenges.