Mentions “competent Consular Court judges” as part of the Moorish Government’s administration and justice system.
Implication: The Consul General would be a senior diplomatic/consular officer representing the Empire abroad and interfacing with the Consular Court system.
Chapter II – His Majesty the Sultan of the Empire of Morocco
Article 16: The Sultan accredits ambassadors and envoys extraordinary to foreign powers; foreign ambassadors are accredited to him.
Implication: Consuls General operate under this diplomatic accreditation framework, representing the Empire in foreign jurisdictions.
Chapter VII – Application and Observation of Treaties and International Agreements
Article 63(1): Recognizes the jurisdiction and rulings of the competent Consular Court.
Implication: The Consul General would liaise with the Consular Court in matters involving nationals abroad, treaty enforcement, and dispute resolution.
Chapter XVII – Diversity of Jurisdiction Disputes
Article 103(2–5): The judicial power of the Supreme Court or competent Consular Court extends to cases involving foreign states, nationals, and disputes under treaties.
Implication: The Consul General may be the first point of contact for such cases, ensuring proper referral to the Consular Court.
Consul General – Constitutional Mandate
(Derived from relevant provisions)
Mandate Summary: The Consul General is the Empire’s senior consular representative in a foreign jurisdiction, operating under the Sultan’s diplomatic authority, safeguarding nationals’ rights, facilitating treaty obligations, and coordinating with the competent Consular Court.
Core Constitutional Functions
Diplomatic & Consular Representation
Act as the accredited representative of the Empire in a consular district abroad.
Maintain official relations with host country authorities under the Sultan’s accreditation powers (Art. 16).
Protection of Nationals Abroad
Safeguard the rights and interests of Moroccan nationals, subjects, and protégés in the host country.
Provide assistance in legal, civil, and emergency matters, including liaison with the competent Consular Court (Art. 63, Art. 103).
Treaty & Legal Compliance
Monitor and report on host country compliance with treaties involving the Empire.
Facilitate the execution of international agreements within the consular district (Arts. 60–65).
Judicial Liaison
Refer disputes involving nationals, property, or treaty rights to the competent Consular Court.
Support the court’s jurisdiction by gathering evidence, facilitating witness testimony, and ensuring procedural compliance (Art. 103).
Practical Duties & Procedures Guide – Consul General
1. Accreditation & Establishment
Receive formal commission from the Sultan’s office.
Notify host country’s foreign ministry and request exequatur (official recognition).
Establish the consulate premises and secure necessary privileges and immunities.
2. Citizen Services
Maintain a registry of nationals in the consular district.
Issue passports, visas, and civil status documents.
Provide notarial services and certify documents for use in the Empire.
3. Legal & Judicial Support
Assist nationals facing legal proceedings abroad.
Coordinate with the competent Consular Court on cases under its jurisdiction.
Monitor detention conditions and ensure due process for nationals.
4. Treaty Implementation
Disseminate treaty provisions to relevant local stakeholders.
Report violations or compliance issues to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Facilitate local execution of bilateral or multilateral agreements.
5. Crisis & Emergency Response
Develop contingency plans for evacuation or protection of nationals.
Act as the lead coordinator during natural disasters, political unrest, or armed conflict affecting nationals.
6. Reporting & Communication
Submit regular political, economic, and legal reports to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Maintain secure channels for transmitting sensitive information.
7. Public Diplomacy & Cultural Exchange
Promote Moroccan culture, trade, and tourism in the host country.
Organize events, exhibitions, and educational exchanges.
FYI:
While the Constitution doesn’t spell out the Consul General’s job in a single article, the role is constitutionally anchored in the Sultan’s diplomatic powers, the recognition of the competent Consular Court, and the Empire’s treaty obligations. The Consul General is both a protector of nationals and a frontline executor of foreign policy.