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Uncertainty Looms as Crucial EU-Morocco Fishing Agreement Hangs in Balance
With the European Court of Justice's imminent decision on the Morocco-EU fishing agreement, tensions are escalating as both parties await the outcome. The agreement, essential for European fleets reliant on Morocco's abundant waters and for Morocco itself benefiting financially from the deal, expired in July. Now, as Brussels appeals a prior decision invalidating the agreement due to its inclusion of Western Saharan waters, uncertainty shrouds the future.
Moroccan industry professionals advocate for the pact's continuation, covering all coastal areas including Moroccan Sahara, emphasizing the potential severe impact on the domestic fishing sector otherwise. Concerns linger regarding the necessity for stricter controls like quota limits and mandatory landing of catches in Moroccan ports for monitoring and maximizing local economic benefits.
Experts acknowledge the challenge of predicting the politically sensitive court decision, given its proclaimed independence. However, Morocco's strong ties with key EU members, such as France, Spain, and Germany, may influence the ruling.
Economic adviser Khalid Homs suggests that regardless of the court's decision, Rabat's adept diplomatic practices will likely maintain broader EU-Morocco relations, although negotiations to extend the deal hinge on the court's approval.
Both sides anxiously await the ruling, aware of the high stakes involved in the continuity or uncertainty of their lucrative partnership.
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