Morocco opened an honorary consulate in Florianópolis, the capital of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil, marking on Tuesday a new step in strengthening bilateral ties between Rabat and Brasilia.
This new consular presence reflects the strong dynamic of Morocco-Brazil ties and aims aims to further strengthen relations with Santa Catarina, a state known for its strengths in technology, innovation, logistics, industry, and tourism, Morocco's embassy in Brasilia notes in a press release.
The inauguration ceremony was presided over by HM the King's Ambassador to Brazil, Nabil Adghoghi, and attended by the Vice-Governor of Santa Catarina, Marilisa Boehm, the Mayor of Florianópolis, Topázio Neto, in addition to several local authorities and media figures.
On this occasion, newly appointed Honorary Consul Wilfredo Gomes expressed his deep gratitude for the Kingdom's trust and pledged to promote Morocco’s interests with both state authorities and the local business community.
Speaking on behalf of Governor Jorginho Mello during the inauguration, Boehm expressed pride in hosting Morocco’s consulate and affirmed Santa Catarina’s commitment to strengthening economic ties with Moroccan partners.
For his part, Adghoghi highlighted Morocco’s ongoing economic transformation under the leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, in the lead-up to the 2030 FIFA World Cup co-hosted with Spain and Portugal.
He notably mentioned the roadmap being implemented in airport, air, and rail infrastructure, as well as the massive investment programs by several global tourism brands in Morocco — all representing opportunities for Brazilian economic operators and investors to establish themselves in Morocco.
The ceremony concluded with a sumptuous Moroccan lunch organized by the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco, showcasing a refined array of national culinary art.
MAP: 07 mai 2025
