The Women Summit 2026, held in Rabat on June 25-26, 2026, focused on the role of female leadership in Morocco's Atlantic ambition. The event brought together over 500 participants, including government officials, business leaders, and civil society representatives, to discuss women's empowerment in the context of Morocco's strategic Atlantic initiatives.
Key speakers included Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family, Aawatif Hayar, who emphasized the importance of women's participation in economic development. The summit also featured workshops on entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and sustainable development, aligning with Morocco's National Strategy for Women's Empowerment.
According to the Ministry of Economy and Finance, women represent 22% of the workforce in Morocco's Atlantic regions, a figure the summit aimed to increase through targeted programs. The event concluded with a declaration calling for greater inclusion of women in decision-making processes related to the Atlantic corridor projects.
