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The Prime Minister (EOM)(Moroccan Only)

The Office of the Prime Minister (Moroccan Only)

Chapter III – The Prime Minister of the Government
  • Article 6 – Defines the Prime Minister as head of the Executive Branch (Makhzen), chair of the Wazir Council, guarantor of constitutional compliance, national independence, territorial integrity, and treaty obligations.
 
  • Article 7 – Term of office (7 years, renewable once consecutively), first in line of succession to the Sultan, removal only by the Sultan.
 
  • Article 8 – Appointment process, handling of vacancies, and succession in case of incapacity.
 
  • Article 9 – Resignation procedures and authority over senior appointments.
 
  • Article 15 – Signing of ordinances and acts before Sultan’s countersignature.
 
  • Article 22 – Countersignature of the Sultan’s instruments, with exceptions.
Chapter IV – Administration of the Government
  • Article 23 – Directs government policy, controls civil service and armed forces, accountable to the House.
 
  • Article 24 – Implements legislation, issues regulations, makes appointments, delegates powers, chairs councils when delegated by the Sultan.
 
  • Article 25 – Ensures Wazirs countersign instruments they are responsible for.
 
Chapter VI – Relations Between Government and the House
  • Article 55 – Prime Minister may make government program or policy an issue of confidence before the House.
 
  • Article 56 – Procedures for no‑confidence motions and consequences for the Government.
Chapter VIII – Constitutional Council
  • Article 66 – Prime Minister appoints seven members to the Constitutional Council.
Other Cross‑Referenced Provisions
While not in the “Prime Minister” chapters, several other articles in the Constitution reference the Prime Minister’s role in:
  • National Defense (shared with the Sultan – see Article 17).
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  • Treaty Oversight (Articles 60–65, where the Prime Minister may be delegated negotiation or implementation duties).
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  • Crisis/Emergency Powers (Article 18, joint decision‑making with the Sultan and Speaker of the House).



Prime Minister Constitutional Mandate

(Empire of Morocco Constitution – Consolidated Provisions)

Chapter III – The Prime Minister of the Government

Article 6 – Head of the Executive Branch

  • Phrased Summary: The Prime Minister leads the Executive Branch (Makhzen), chairs the Wazir Council, ensures respect for the External Constitution and internal State Constitutions, and guarantees national independence, territorial integrity, and treaty compliance.

  • Role/Function: Oversees government operations, coordinates with internal States, and ensures constitutional and treaty compliance.

Article 7 – Appointment & Term

  • Phrased Summary: Serves a 7‑year term (renewable once consecutively), is first in line of succession to the Sultan, and can only be removed by the Sultan.

  • Role/Function: Maintains succession readiness and term compliance.

Article 8 – Appointment Process & Vacancy

  • Phrased Summary: Appointed by the Sultan; in case of vacancy or incapacity, duties transfer to the Vice Minister.

  • Role/Function: Ensures continuity of governance and succession planning.

Article 9 – Resignation & Senior Appointments

  • Phrased Summary: May resign and is responsible for appointing senior officials, subject to House approval.

  • Role/Function: Manages leadership transitions and senior staffing.

Article 15 – Signing of Ordinances and Acts

  • Phrased Summary: Signs government ordinances and acts before the Sultan’s countersignature.

  • Role/Function: Validates and forwards legislation for final approval.

Article 22 – Countersignature of Sultan’s Instruments

  • Phrased Summary: Countersigns the Sultan’s instruments except in specified cases.

  • Role/Function: Ensures procedural compliance and shared responsibility.

Chapter IV – Administration of the Government

Article 23 – Policy Direction

  • Phrased Summary: Directs government policy, controls civil service and armed forces, and is accountable to the House.

  • Role/Function: Sets policy priorities and oversees administration.

Article 24 – Implementation of Legislation

  • Phrased Summary: Implements laws, issues regulations, makes appointments, delegates powers, and chairs councils when delegated.

  • Role/Function: Executes legislation and manages government operations.

Article 25 – Countersignature of Prime Minister’s Instruments

  • Phrased Summary: Wazirs must countersign instruments they are responsible for.

  • Role/Function: Ensures ministerial accountability and procedural integrity.

Chapter VI – Relations Between Government and the House

Article 55 – Confidence & Accountability

  • Phrased Summary: May make government programs or policies an issue of confidence before the House.

  • Role/Function: Engages the House to secure support for key initiatives.

Article 56 – No‑Confidence Motions

  • Phrased Summary: The House may pass a no‑confidence motion, requiring the Government to resign.

  • Role/Function: Responds to legislative oversight and maintains legitimacy.

Chapter VIII – Constitutional Council

Article 66 – Appointments to the Constitutional Council

  • Phrased Summary: Appoints seven members to the Constitutional Council.

  • Role/Function: Shapes constitutional review through appointments.

Other Cross‑Referenced Provisions

Article 17 – National Defense

  • Phrased Summary: Shares responsibility for national defense with the Sultan.

  • Role/Function: Coordinates defense policy and military oversight.

Article 18 – Crisis/Emergency Powers

  • Phrased Summary: Participates in emergency decision‑making with the Sultan and Speaker of the House.

  • Role/Function: Ensures rapid response and continuity during crises.

Articles 60–65 – Treaty Oversight

  • Phrased Summary: May be delegated roles in treaty negotiation, ratification, and implementation.

  • Role/Function: Supports foreign policy execution and legal compliance.

TL;DR – Core Mandate

The Prime Minister is the chief executive authority under the Sultan, responsible for directing government policy, ensuring constitutional compliance, managing the civil service and armed forces, engaging with the House on confidence and accountability, and playing a central role in national defense, crisis management, and treaty execution.




Prime Minister of the Government – Practical Duties & Procedures Guide

(Based on the Empire of Morocco Constitution)

Chapter 3 – The Prime Minister of the Government

Article 6 – Head of the Executive Branch

Role/Function: Lead the Executive Branch (Makhzen), chair the Wazir Council, ensure respect for the External Constitution and internal State Constitutions, guarantee national independence, territorial integrity, and treaty compliance. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Convene and chair Wazir Council meetings to set government policy direction.

  2. Oversee coordination between internal State Governments and the External State.

  3. Monitor compliance with constitutional provisions at both external and internal levels.

  4. Review and approve intergovernmental agreements before submission to the Sultan.

  5. Act as chief arbitrator in disputes between public authorities to maintain continuity of State functions.

Article 7 – Appointment & Term

Role/Function: Serve a 7‑year term (max two consecutive), first in line of succession to the Sultan, removable only by the Sultan. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Accept formal appointment from the Sultan.

  2. Maintain readiness to assume Sultan’s duties if required.

  3. Keep succession protocols updated and confidential.

  4. Ensure compliance with Institutional Act provisions on term limits and eligibility.

Article 8 – Appointment Process & Vacancy

Role/Function: Ensure smooth transition in case of vacancy or incapacity. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Coordinate with the Sultan and Speaker of the House on appointment timelines.

  2. If incapacitated, transfer duties to the Vice Minister per constitutional limits.

  3. Oversee interim governance until a new Prime Minister is appointed.

  4. Maintain updated contingency plans for government continuity.

Article 9 – Resignation & Senior Appointments

Role/Function: Manage resignation process and appointment of senior officials. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Submit resignation to the Sultan when required.

  2. Select candidates for senior government positions and submit to the House for approval.

  3. Maintain performance oversight of senior officials.

  4. Exercise termination powers per the Institutional Act.

Article 15 – Signing of Ordinances and Acts

Role/Function: Sign government ordinances and acts before Sultan’s countersignature. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Review all acts for legal and policy compliance.

  2. Sign and forward to the Sultan for final approval.

  3. Maintain a secure archive of signed acts.

  4. Coordinate with relevant Wazirs for implementation.

Article 22 – Countersignature of Sultan’s Instruments

Role/Function: Countersign Sultan’s instruments except in specified cases. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Review Sultan’s instruments for procedural compliance.

  2. Countersign where constitutionally required.

  3. Ensure relevant Wazirs also countersign when necessary.

Chapter 4 – Administration of the Government

Article 23 – Policy Direction

Role/Function: Direct government policy, control civil service and armed forces, accountable to the House. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Set annual and multi‑year policy priorities.

  2. Oversee civil service appointments and performance.

  3. Direct armed forces policy in coordination with the Sultan.

  4. Prepare accountability reports for the House.

Article 24 – Implementation of Legislation

Role/Function: Implement laws, issue regulations, make appointments, delegate powers. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Draft and issue implementing regulations.

  2. Appoint civil and military officials under Prime Minister’s authority.

  3. Delegate powers to Ministers where appropriate.

  4. Chair councils and committees in the Sultan’s absence when delegated.

Article 25 – Countersignature of Prime Minister’s Instruments

Role/Function: Ensure Wazirs countersign instruments they are responsible for. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Identify responsible Wazirs for each instrument.

  2. Obtain required countersignatures before enactment.

  3. Maintain countersignature records.

Chapter 6 – Relations Between Government and the House

Articles 55–56 – Confidence & Accountability

Role/Function: Engage with the House on confidence votes, policy statements, and no‑confidence motions. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Decide when to make government program or policy an issue of confidence.

  2. Prepare and deliver policy statements to the House.

  3. Manage responses to no‑confidence motions.

  4. Tender government resignation to the Sultan if confidence is lost.

Chapter 8 – Constitutional Council Appointments

Article 66 – Appointments to the Constitutional Council

Role/Function: Appoint seven members to the Constitutional Council. Step‑by‑Step Tasks:

  1. Identify qualified candidates per constitutional criteria.

  2. Vet candidates for conflicts of interest.

  3. Submit appointments formally and maintain appointment records.

Cross‑Cutting Duties

  • National Defense: Direct defense policy (Art. 24), coordinate with Sultan (Art. 17).

  • Treaty Oversight: Ensure compliance with treaties and conventions (Art. 6(11), Art. 60–65).

  • Succession Readiness: Maintain readiness to assume Sultan’s role if needed (Art. 7(2)).

  • Crisis Management: Participate in emergency decision‑making with Sultan and Speaker (Art. 18).

Don’t Forget

The Prime Minister’s office is the central operational hub of the Empire’s governance — it must balance loyalty to the Sultan, accountability to the House, and effective administration of both domestic and foreign policy



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