Leila Benali in China: The Royal Vision Enabled Morocco to Lead Energy Transition in the Region
Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Minister Leila Benali affirmed that the long-term royal vision of King Mohammed VI has enabled Morocco to become a regional leader in renewable energy since the launch of the national energy strategy in 2009.
In a press statement on the sidelines of the second ministerial meeting of the Global Fusion Energy Group, held in Chengdu, China, under the auspices of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Benali noted that this high-level meeting provided an opportunity to present the outlines of this visionary approach that has positioned Morocco as a key player in the development of clean energy.
She added that Morocco has solidified its international standing in the fields of renewable energy and nuclear energy for peaceful purposes, thanks to strategic choices based on sustainability, innovation, and openness to international partnerships.
Benali emphasized Morocco’s commitment as an active member of the International Atomic Energy Agency and a defender of multilateralism, considering that the development of nuclear fusion technology requires broad international cooperation in light of the technological and financial challenges it poses.
She pointed out that “nuclear fusion requires controlling temperatures exceeding 100 million degrees Celsius and financing in the billions of dollars,” asserting that by 2050, this energy source could become a promising alternative capable of competing with traditional renewable energies.
The minister called for enhancing research and development in fusion through multilateral partnerships that enable Southern countries to keep pace with the global energy transition.
The second ministerial meeting of the Global Fusion Energy Group includes participation from ministers, experts, researchers, and officials from major companies and scientific centers, discussing the prospects for developing this clean technology and strengthening international cooperation to ensure sustainable, carbon-free energy security.
