Forum for the Future ends in Morocco
04/11/2009
The 6th Forum for the Future wrapped up on Tuesday (November 3rd) in Marrakech. During the two-day event, representatives of G8 and MENA nations, the EU, the Arab League and other international organisations discussed the situation in the Middle East, the global financial crisis, terrorism, energy, good governance and sustainable development. According to a closing statement, participants "reaffirmed their firm commitment to achieving a just, lasting and comprehensive peace in the Middle East". The attendees also stressed their commitment to intercultural dialogue and tolerance.
Speaking to MAP on the sidelines of the forum, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton called for better regional understanding and co-operation in the Maghreb and for opening the Algeria-Morocco borders.
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