Mounir Kaddiji has been elected president of the Association of Travel Agencies of the Oriental region (ARAV de l'Oriental) during an ordinary general assembly held in Saïdia. The election, which took place on an unspecified date, saw Kaddiji win by a large majority, according to local reports.
The association represents travel agencies in Morocco's Oriental region, which includes cities such as Oujda, Berkane, and Saïdia. The election was part of the association's regular governance procedures, with members voting to choose their new leadership.
Kaddiji's election comes at a time when the Moroccan tourism sector is recovering from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Oriental region, known for its Mediterranean coastline and border proximity to Algeria, has been working to attract more visitors through various initiatives.
Further details about Kaddiji's background or specific plans for the association were not immediately available. The election was reported by local media outlets covering the tourism industry in the region.
