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Party Close to King Leads in Morocco’s Election as Young Voters Stay Away

Early results in legislative elections showed the lowest voter turnout in nearly two decades. Economic frustrations have grown as Morocco is set to co-host the 2030 soccer World Cup.

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Fouzi Lekjaa, Morocco’s budget minister, is one of the most likely contenders for prime minister.
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Youth Frustration and Migration Shadow Morocco’s Election

Unemployment and poor public services fueled the border crisis at Ceuta and Gen Z protests, but frustrated young people may stay away from the polls.

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Would-be migrants returning to Morocco from Ceuta in August after tens of thousands had rushed the Spanish territory. Many Moroccans dream of migration as a path to prosperity.
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