Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has a secret fascination with Morocco, according to leaked documents obtained by Spanish media. The documents, which were reportedly from a 2023 meeting, show Sánchez expressing admiration for Morocco's stability and economic progress under King Mohammed VI.
In the leaked documents, Sánchez is quoted as saying, 'Morocco is a model of stability in a turbulent region.' He also praised Morocco's handling of migration and counter-terrorism efforts. The documents suggest that Sánchez has a personal interest in strengthening ties with Morocco, beyond official diplomatic relations.
However, the Spanish government has not confirmed the authenticity of the leaked documents. A spokesperson for the Spanish Prime Minister's office declined to comment on the matter, citing ongoing investigations into the leak. The documents have sparked debate in Spain about the extent of Sánchez's personal involvement in Morocco policy.
Morocco has not officially responded to the leaked documents. The country's embassy in Madrid declined to comment. The leak comes at a time of heightened tensions between Spain and Morocco over the Western Sahara issue and migration control.
