Morocco has unveiled a new program worth MAD6 billion (USD632 million) to develop the coastal city of Agadir.
Morocco's King Mohammed VI led the signing of the framework agreement on the urban development program of Agadir (2020-2024) by 11 Moroccan ministers in addition to governors and heads of elected councils as well as Alomran Group.
The program aims at making the city a top tourist destination, said Minister of Interior Abdelouafi Laftit.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Laftit made a briefing on the general framework of the program developed in line with the king's November speech on the occasion of the 44th anniversary of the Green March.
The king had called for the development of basic infrastructure in the Souss-Massa region, including its road network and the establishment of a rail link between Marrakesh and Agadir.
Laftit said Tuesday the program sets a new stage for the economic and social development of Agadir.
It also seeks to improve human development indices and the people’s living conditions, in addition to strengthening basic infrastructure, including the city's road network.
Highlighting the region's economic advantages, Laftit said it can become an attractive and competitive economic hub.
Morocco has launched several similar programs such as Rabat City of Light, Moroccan Capital of Culture, Tangiers-Metropolis, Marrakesh, City of permanent Renewal, the urban development Plan of Greater Casablanca, Al-Hoceima, Manarat Al Moutawassit, and the new development model of the southern provinces.