Morocco and Libya sign conventions on bilateral cooperation

Morocco and Libya signed in Casablanca Thursday two conventions to enhance cooperation in investment and environment and the minutes of the 5th session of the high joint commission held in Casablanca.

The first document provides for incentives and guarantees to investments between the two states and the second one pertains to environment protection.

The minutes of the Moroccan-Libyan commission were signed by premier Abderrahmane Youssoufi and secretary of the general popular committee of Libya M'barek Abdellah Echamekh.

The Libyan official told the press how important and comprehensive documents signed were insisting they covered economy, industry, agriculture and services.

Progress made since the commission's 4th session was also underscored by the Moroccan prime minister who recalled agreements passed and mechanisms set up such as the follow-up committee.

Youssoufi voiced certainty ties will be dramatically enhanced in the near future especially after King Mohammed VI's decision to visit Libya.