Council of the Moroccan Community living abroad (CCME)

A national consultative institution placed by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Council of the Moroccan Community living abroad (CCME) was established by Royal Decree in December 2007, and was made constitutional ensuing the July 2011 reform in the constitution approved by referendum.

The CCME's responsibilities include the monitoring and evaluation of the country's public policies in regards to its nationals abroad.

It is responsible for issuing notices to ensure the defense of the interests of overseas Moroccans, strengthening their contribution to the economic, social and human development of the country. Further, it aims to reinforce the diplomatic relations and cooperation between Morocco and their respective countries of residence.

For more information: 

• http://www.ccme.org.ma/en/

GFMD 2014-2015 - RT Session 2.1 "Mainstreaming migration into planning at the sectoral level"