This update focuses on UC MDS joint parliamentary group. Morocco’s Constitutional Union and the Democratic and Social Movement have decided to renew their alliance in the House of Representatives by forming a joint parliamentary group of 25 MPs for the 2026–2031 term.
UC MDS joint parliamentary group renewed for the new term
Shortly after the announcement of the results of the 23 September 2026 legislative elections, the two parties confirmed the creation of a joint parliamentary group for the twelfth legislature.
The move extends a cooperation that already existed during the previous term. By keeping this alliance, the UC and MDS aim to carry more weight in parliamentary debates.
According to provisional figures released by the Ministry of the Interior, the group will bring together 25 MPs, including 17 from the Constitutional Union and 8 from the Democratic and Social Movement.
Alliance based on political “proximity and harmony”
In a joint statement signed by Mohamed Joudar, secretary-general of the UC, and his counterpart from the MDS, both parties say their choice is driven by the “proximity and harmony” of their political positions.
They highlight the track record of their collaboration during the previous legislature, which they describe as a successful experience. According to the statement, the UC MDS joint parliamentary group has helped them to:
- consolidate their political and parliamentary presence;
- strengthen the complementarity of their actions;
- ensure greater consistency in their positions within the legislative institution.
The decision to renew the joint group follows a series of consultations between party leaderships and their elected representatives.
What it means for the 2026–2031 legislature
The new UC MDS joint parliamentary group will sit throughout the 2026–2031 legislature. The two parties say they want to build on their previous experience to improve the group’s effectiveness and increase its influence in Parliament.
The statement underlines three main priorities: legislative work, oversight of government action and advocacy on the issues they consider key.
Party leaders promise close coordination between the different components of the group, while insisting on respect for the “identity and autonomy” of each formation. The joint structure is presented as a way to use their resources more efficiently and make their positions clearer to the public.
What Moroccan expatriates should watch
For Moroccans living abroad, this alliance does not immediately change administrative procedures, travel rules or investment steps in Morocco.
However, it is part of a broader reshaping of political forces in the House of Representatives, where laws are discussed and passed. These laws can eventually affect expatriates, for example in areas such as investment rules, taxation, consular services or public policies related to return and ties with Morocco.
In this context, the ability of the this case to coordinate its positions and negotiate with other blocs could matter on medium-term reforms that interest citizens both inside and outside the country.
Moroccans abroad can follow how this alliance develops and which bills it supports through official institutional channels, as well as through practical guides and explainers dedicated to expatriates, such as Canal212’s resources on key procedures.
A political landscape still taking shape
The confirmation of this joint group comes as the new political map emerging from the 2026 legislative elections is still taking shape. Other parties may also announce joint groups or technical alliances in order to reach the minimum threshold required to form a parliamentary group.
In the coming weeks, attention will focus on the final distribution of groups in the House of Representatives and the way power balances are reflected in standing committees and in the legislative calendar.
For now, the UC and MDS are betting on continuity to consolidate their presence and try to have more influence on the key issues that will mark the new legislature.
For more context, readers can follow Canal212 news for Moroccans abroad.
For official updates, readers can check the relevant official source.
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