Powers of the region
- Own powers in economic development, vocational training, land-use planning and transport.
- Powers shared with the State, exercised on a contractual basis.
- Preparation of the regional development programme and the regional land-use planning scheme.
Functioning and oversight
- The regional council is elected by direct universal suffrage; its president authorises expenditure under the region's budget.
- The wali of the region ensures the implementation of decisions falling within the State's remit and assists the president.
- The council's acts are subject to administrative oversight and may be referred to the administrative courts.
Key articles
A lawyer's points to watch
- Agreements concluded with the region involve specific powers: check that the subject matter falls within the remit of the signatory authority.
- Decisions taken outside the scope of regional powers may be annulled for lack of competence.
- Regional investment aid follows its own procedures, distinct from those of the Investment Charter.
The English text on this page, including the quoted articles, is an unofficial translation. Information sheet prepared by Maître Lahfaia Law Firm, Rabat. It does not constitute legal advice. Only the text published in the Official Bulletin of the Kingdom of Morocco is authoritative; the articles cited may have been amended since this sheet was written.