Title: Head of Parliamentary Group Calls for Prohibition of Businessmen in Government Responsibilities
Mohamed Chouki, head of the National Rally of Independents parliamentary group in the House of Representatives, urged opposition parties to focus on legislative work instead of merely leveling accusations against the integrity and honor of ministers.
In his address today, Wednesday, before the Social Sectors Committee in the House of Representatives, during the discussion surrounding pharmaceutical contracts, Chouki emphasized that the opposition could present legislative proposals, such as a suggestion to prevent businessmen from holding government positions if the state does not desire their presence, rather than making unfounded claims.
He pointed out that the danger lies not in the statements themselves but in their impact on existing laws and the functioning of institutions. He added that it is inappropriate to take the platform and make general accusations against entire ministries when the laws are clear and leave no room for such interpretations.
Regarding the issue of conflicts of interest, Chouki stressed the need to return to the legal foundations governing joint-stock companies in Morocco, highlighting that they are independent of their shareholders and enjoy legal personality and financial autonomy, enabling them to contract, litigate, and conduct all legal actions in their name in accordance with the law.
He clarified that these companies are managed through specific bodies, the most notable being the board of directors, which oversees directing activities and ensuring the company operates well, and the general assembly of shareholders, which makes strategic decisions such as approving accounts and appointing or dismissing board members. He noted that this legal framework is fully compatible with the law regulating government work and does not conflict with other regulations.
Chouki concluded by stating that persistent skepticism toward institutions and officials does not foster trust or enhance the quality of public discourse, stressing that the priority should be on measures that protect citizens’ purchasing power and ensure continuous access to medicines.
