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Fouzi Lekjaa addresses Morocco's 2030 World Cup development and political future rumors
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Fouzi Lekjaa, president of the FRMF and Minister Delegate in charge of the Budget, discussed Morocco's development vision, particularly concerning the 2030 World Cup and rumors about his political future. Lekjaa addressed concerns that 2030 World Cup investments might exacerbate disparities between major cities and less developed regions, rejecting the idea of a "two-speed Morocco." He highlighted existing structural investments in remote areas, such as the expressway connecting Agadir, La芒youne, and Dakhla, and projects in the Oriental region and Sa茂dia. While acknowledging territorial disparities, Lekjaa stated that studies for programs to reduce these gaps are complete, and work will begin in various regions, including those less developed. He views the 2030 World Cup as a catalyst for territorial upgrading, promising that by 2030, these regions will also show significant transformation. Regarding rumors positioning him as a potential "World Cup head of government," Lekjaa stated he had "no knowledge of this subject" and responded to questions about personal ambition by saying, "The invisible is known only to God, and it is in Him that we place our trust."
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