Speech of Mohammed VI: A Tiresome Repetitive “Copy-Pasted” Diplomatic Charade
BY: Hana Saada
ALGIERS- In a seemingly never-ending display of repetitive rhetoric, Mohammed VI’s latest speech to Algeria can be likened to a worn-out script that does little to capture the attention of its audience. Year after year, the Moroccan monarch feels compelled to address his neighboring country, but his words come across as unnecessary and desperate attempts to create an illusion of goodwill. Despite claims of brotherhood and aspirations for better relations, his words fail to match the reality on the ground.
One can’t help but notice the irony in the king’s royalist speech that is fraught with contradictions. How can one assert that relations are normal while simultaneously pleading for “a return to normal”? The king’s assurances against “malice” from Morocco only serve to highlight the underlying mistrust that permeates the two nations’ interactions. The condescending use of the capital “We” versus the lowercase “people and leaders” of Algeria further underscores the subtle power dynamics at play.
It is evident that the king is detached from the real world, painting a rosy picture of affection and friendship between the two peoples while ignoring the bitter realities of the broken diplomatic ties and closed borders. The ongoing animosity is not just limited to words; it extends to actions that threaten Algeria’s national security. While offering a hand of reassurance, the Moroccan monarchy simultaneously flirts with dangerous scenarios, including cozying up to the Zionist entity near Algeria’s borders.
One cannot help but question the credibility of these words. Is the king truly committed to fostering brotherly relations, or are his actions aligned with a different agenda? The dissonance between his rhetoric and actions raises doubts about the sincerity of his words and intentions.
The Moroccan propaganda machine seems relentless in its attempts to vilify Algeria, but such tactics only serve to make a mockery of the king rather than harm the targeted nation. Despite the closed borders and severed diplomatic ties, Algeria remains steadfast, focused on safeguarding its sovereignty and national interests.
In light of these discrepancies, it becomes increasingly difficult to discern what to believe—the words of the monarch or the actions of the kingdom. Are we to trust the king’s promises of brotherhood, or should we be wary of the kingdom’s actions that suggest otherwise?
The time has come for sincerity and genuine efforts to rebuild trust between the two nations. A simple rehashing of empty phrases will not mend the strained relations. Instead, it requires concrete actions and a willingness to address the underlying issues that have led to this prolonged stalemate.
