The Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS) has leveled accusations against the government, alleging involvement in «conflicts of interest and economic corruption». This was revealed in a report presented on Sunday by the party's secretary general, Nabil Benabdallah, during the fifth session of the party's Central Committee. The PPS claims that the current «government's deepening corruption not only undermines governance but also imposes a significant social and economic burden, particularly on vulnerable groups». The party argues that this corruption impacts the country's gross domestic product. Furthermore, the report criticizes the government «for its refusal to cooperate with governance institutions», accusing it of «attacking these bodies simply for fulfilling their responsibilities». The PPS report highlights instances where the government allegedly «granted privileges and economic information to individuals connected to the ruling party, raising suspicions of favoritism». It accuses the government of «appointing individuals close to the majority party to key positions, bypassing objective criteria». According to the PPS, this trend is «consistent with the government's practices, which are marked by conflicts of interest». The party claims that these issues have become «overt and are even defended by the head of the government in parliament». The PPS described this situation as «unprecedented» and warned of its dangers to both institutions and society. The party argues that such actions violate the constitution, particularly Article 36. The report also points to alleged illegal practices in the hydrocarbon market, as confirmed by the Competition Council. The PPS warns of attempts to exploit the new investment charter for corrupt practices. The party also highlights the controversy surrounding the Casablanca seawater desalination plant deal, accusing the government of «securing privileges without transparency». The PPS argues that even if procedures were followed, the deal raises serious ethical and political concerns. The PPS concludes by calling for a revision of the legislative system to align with the constitution. It advocates for a clear separation between political power and economic interests, ensuring that public officials cannot simultaneously manage public affairs and pursue private business interests.
