Mr. Aziz Akhannouch, born in 1961 in Morocco, is an accomplished individual who holds multiple significant roles. In addition to being the President of the first elected party in Morocco, the RNI, and the President of the Communal Council of Agadir, he was appointed as the Head of Government of Morocco by His Majesty the King Mohammed VI on September 10th, 2021.
With a degree in Business Management from Sherbrooke University in Canada, Mr. Akhannouch has established himself as a successful entrepreneur. He is the founder of several companies operating in diverse economic sectors.
Prior to his current position, Mr. Akhannouch served as the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Rural Development, Water, and Forests from 2007 until his appointment as Head of Government. During this tenure, he spearheaded the implementation of the "Green Morocco Plan," an ambitious strategy launched by His Majesty the King Mohammed VI in April 2008. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in shaping the "Green Generation 2020-2030," a new agricultural strategy aligned with the directives of His Majesty the King.
Mr. Akhannouch has been instrumental in driving transformative changes in the fisheries sector of Morocco through the launch and execution of the Halieutis Plan. This initiative has aimed to promote sustainability and enhance competitiveness in the industry.
Furthermore, Mr. Akhannouch's contributions extend beyond his governmental roles. He was a member of His Late Majesty the King Hassan II Think-Tank until 2009 and currently serves as a member of the Executive Board of the Mohammed VI Foundation for the Protection of the Environment. He is also an Executive Member of the Mohammed VI Foundation for the reintegration of prisoners.
Since assuming the role of President of the RNI on October 29th, 2016, Mr. Akhannouch has infused the party with a renewed sense of energy and progress. He has initiated the creation of party parallel organizations and launched innovative initiatives, fostering a participatory and inclusive approach. This period has witnessed significant contributions in the realms of politics, society, and the economy.