From June 23 to 25, French Minister for Gender Equality and the Fight Against Discrimination, Aurore Bergé, will visit Rabat to elevate Morocco–France collaboration in feminist diplomacy, human rights, and social progress. The visit builds upon a reinforced strategic dialogue initiated during President Macron’s state visit to Rabat in October 2024 .
📌 Diplomatic Momentum and Shared Vision
Minister Bergé’s mission underscores the shared vision stemming from recent bilateral accords: in November 2024, France and Morocco finalized €150 million in development aid. €50 million of these funds are allocated to gender‑equality programs aligned with Morocco’s national Gender Equality Plan 2023–2026 .
This cooperation directly supports initiatives in gender-responsive budgeting and women’s economic empowerment—two core pillars of Morocco’s ambitious equality agenda .
🎯 Feminist Diplomacy in Action
Bergé’s visit exemplifies feminist diplomacy, aimed at reshaping international relations with gender equity and social justice at its core. Her mission includes:
Meetings with Moroccan officials to explore extending gender-responsive budgeting across regions. Dialogues with civil society and women’s rights activists, charting strategies to translate policy promises into measurable on-the-ground progress. Exchange on best practices in governance, violence prevention, care economy initiatives, and implementation within the 2023–2026 equality plan framework .
🔧 Forum for Social Innovation and Cooperation
Bergé will engage in a series of roundtables and visits aimed at:
Highlighting successful Moroccan women-led co-ops, particularly in agriculture and rural industries—showcased earlier at events like France’s SIA fair . Exploring alignment between France’s AFD-backed medical coverage initiatives (€100 million support) and Morocco’s national health reforms . Discussing expansion of tech-enabled grievance systems, inclusive policymaking, and cross-ministry integration for holistic gender-sensitive reforms.
🌍 A Strategic Leap Amid Renewed Alliance
This diplomatic mission arrives in the context of historic rapprochement: since Macron’s 2024 state visit, France–Morocco ties have been elevated to a “New Golden Age”—marked by economic, parliamentary, and social-sector cooperation . Bergé’s visit consolidates this momentum, placing feminist diplomacy at the center of bilateral relations.
🌱 Catalyzing Impact and Future Pathways
During her stay, Minister Bergé will also:
Announce new joint initiatives in governance capacity building and gender-informed monitoring. Sign Memorandums of Understanding to integrate gender budgeting and social protection strategies within Moroccan municipalities. Launch joint working groups on feminist public policy, digital inclusion, and youth empowerment.
✳️ Conclusion: A Broader Horizon for Gender-Egalitarian Governance
Aurore Bergé’s visit is more than ceremonial—it is a strategic mission aimed at unlocking transformative partnerships between France and Morocco. By building on existing frameworks and directing attention to grassroots impact, it represents a step forward in ensuring that feminist diplomacy evolves from declaration to implementation.
As Morocco advances its 2023–2026 equality plan and France reinforces its global gender commitments, Minister Bergé’s mission embodies a shared belief: that equitable governance, inclusive policy, and empowered women are the bedrock of modern, resilient societies.
