Moroccan - Canadian parliamentary group set up

A group of thirty Canadian senators and representatives have set up a Moroccan-Canadian parliamentary group meant to be a new frame for the development of relations between the two countries' legislative bodies.

The group held its first meeting in Canada, adopted its statute and elected a 15-member executive committee. The honorary chairmanship is held by outgoing speaker of the chamber of commons, Gilbert parent, and speaker of the senate, Gildas Molgat. More members are expected to join the group with next November's elections.