Mohammed Réda Lahmini Elected President of Francophony Commission
Moroccan MP Mohammed Réda Lahmini was elected president of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie's Commission on Economic, Social and Environmental Aff
July 20, 2026
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On July 20, 2026, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie (APF) announced the election of Moroccan parliamentarian Mohammed Réda Lahmini as president of its Commission on Economic, Social and Environmental Affairs. The election took place during the APF's 50th session held in Quebec City, Canada.
Lahmini, a member of the Moroccan House of Representatives, succeeds outgoing president Jean-Paul Lecoq of France. His mandate will focus on promoting sustainable development and economic cooperation among French-speaking nations.
The APF, founded in 1967, brings together parliamentarians from 91 member parliaments and intergovernmental organizations. The Commission on Economic, Social and Environmental Affairs addresses issues such as climate change, digital economy, and social inclusion within the Francophonie.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Parliamentary Assembly of the Francophonie?
It is an interparliamentary organization founded in 1967 that brings together parliamentarians from French-speaking countries to promote democracy, human rights, and cooperation.
What does the Commission on Economic, Social and Environmental Affairs do?
It addresses issues like sustainable development, climate change, digital economy, and social inclusion within the Francophonie.
When and where was Mohammed Réda Lahmini elected?
He was elected on July 20, 2026, during the APF's 50th session in Quebec City, Canada.
