This ambitious agreement, broad in scope and multidimensional in nature, reflects the two metropolitan cities’ commitment to combining efforts across sectors such as the economy, culture, environment, scientific research, university education and local governance. It is part of a forward-looking approach to territorial diplomacy, where cities play a growing role in shaping international cooperation.
Casablanca: A Showcase of Modern Morocco and a Driving Force in South-North Cooperation
As Morocco’s leading metropolis and North Africa’s economic hub, Casablanca represents a model of urban transformation and territorial innovation. Its involvement in international city networks, and now with Toulouse, demonstrates its growing openness toward Europe and the Francophone world.
On this occasion, Mayor Nabila Rmili praised “the strength of the ties between the two cities, rooted in shared values of progress, environmental responsibility, and social cohesion.” She also emphasized the importance of this partnership in supporting Casablanca’s major development projects, particularly in the areas of urban transport, circular economy, and youth empowerment.
Toulouse: A Center of Scientific and Cultural Excellence
As the European capital of aeronautics, a leading university city and a hub of cultural activity, Toulouse brings valuable expertise to this partnership in areas such as sustainable urban planning, applied research and urban engineering. Mayor Jean-Luc Moudenc expressed “his strong commitment to cooperation with Casablanca, which has become a strategic partner in the southern Mediterranean.” He also highlighted the academic exchange opportunities and joint projects being planned between the universities and major institutions of both cities.
Toward a Shared Future for the Benefit of Citizens
This agreement is more than a protocol. It is a real tool for action, designed to serve citizens on both sides of the Mediterranean. It provides for the implementation of concrete, jointly financed and co-developed projects, within a framework of territorial intelligence and reciprocity.
With this signature, Casablanca and Toulouse reaffirm their role as partner cities, pioneers of a fruitful North-South dialogue grounded in mutual respect, knowledge sharing and the ambition of a sustainable and inclusive future. A partnership worth celebrating — and watching closely.
Editorial team/le7tv