Rabat: Hungary and Morocco share a similar perspective on global challenges, driven by their sovereigntist leadership, as stated by Péter Szijjártó, Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade. During a joint press conference with Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita in Rabat, Szijjártó highlighted the era of global dangers, with Hungary facing direct challenges from the ongoing Ukraine war for nearly 1,000 days. He expressed optimism over Donald Trump’s presidential election victory in the United States, suggesting it could enhance prospects for peace in central Europe.
According to About Hungary, Minister Szijjártó noted pro-war forces on both sides of the Atlantic as obstructing peace initiatives in Ukraine, contrary to public will. The minister emphasized the critical nature of the upcoming two months in the Ukraine conflict, warning of heightened risks of escalation due to irresponsible decisions. He asserted that both Europe and Africa face adverse consequences from the conflict, such as inflation a
nd rising energy and food costs, reinforcing the urgency for a swift resolution.
Minister Szijjártó also addressed security threats like illegal migration and terrorism, describing them as interconnected challenges. He praised Morocco’s efforts against terrorism and migration, criticizing Brussels’ pro-migration policies for complicating situations in Europe and Africa. He advocated for a comprehensive development strategy in Africa to stabilize populations by ensuring access to education, health, and employment.
Highlighting bilateral relations, Szijjártó noted that Morocco emerged as Hungary’s top African trade partner last year, with bilateral trade reaching 400 million euros, a significant increase since 2010. Hungarian companies in sectors such as food, healthcare, and water management are thriving in the Moroccan market. Hungary aims to support Morocco’s future nuclear program and continues to foster educational exchanges, offering scholarships to 165 Moroccan students annually, with a high applicatio
n rate demonstrating the program’s appeal.
