Internal tensions are rising within the Moroccan Labor Union (UGTM), with a group of union leaders publicly calling for an extraordinary congress to be held before May 1, 2026. The call, made in an open letter, highlights disagreements over the union's direction and leadership.
The signatories, including several federal bureau members and regional secretaries, have criticized the current leadership for a perceived lack of internal democracy and transparency. They argue that an extraordinary congress is necessary to address these issues and renew the union's governing bodies ahead of the traditional May Day celebrations.
The UGTM, one of Morocco's largest and most historically significant trade unions, is affiliated with the Istiqlal Party. The public dispute exposes rare fissures within the organization's typically unified public front. The union's official leadership has not yet issued a public response to the demands for an extraordinary congress.
The outcome of this internal push could influence the union's stance on national labor policies and its political engagements. Observers note that the timing, just before International Workers' Day, adds symbolic weight to the dissenting group's demands for internal reform.
