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Published on 2024-03-20 16:00:42
Morocco and Libya have taken a significant step towards strengthening their collaboration in vocational training by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday in the Moroccan city of Tamesna. This agreement marks a milestone in their partnership and outlines a comprehensive framework for joint projects, expertise sharing, and overall cooperation in the vital field of vocational skills development.
The MoU was signed by Loubna Tricha, Director-General of Morocco’s Office of Vocational Training and Labor Promotion (OFPPT), and Yekhlif Said Sefao Amhimid, the Libyan Minister of Technical and Vocational Education. Also present at the signing were Libyan Ambassador Ibrahim Ataweel and Waleed Addas, Director of the Rabat regional office of the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), underscoring the regional importance of this partnership.
While the agreement continues to facilitate the hosting of around 20 Libyan trainees in Morocco annually, it goes beyond mere training placements. OFPPT will now conduct evaluations of Libya’s vocational training system, leading to the development of a joint action plan aimed at enhancing training design, improving trainer skills, and strengthening technical competencies in key areas for Libya.
Drawing on OFPPT’s established expertise, the MoU also provides for the training of Libyan trainers in priority sectors, as well as offering support to administrative, technical, pedagogical, and managerial staff of Libyan training institutions. Furthermore, technical support for establishing vocational training centers tailored to Libya’s specific needs is a key component of the partnership.
In addition to training programs and technical support, the MoU seeks to develop joint training programs in mutually beneficial sectors to promote a culture of exchange and innovation. It also encourages twinning programs between similar vocational training institutions to facilitate peer-to-peer learning and the sharing of best practices.
Both Tricha and Amhimid expressed optimism about the potential of the MoU. Tricha highlighted the agreement’s ability to broaden the scope of cooperation beyond trainee placements, while Amhimid emphasized the value of Moroccan expertise in supporting Libya’s vocational training efforts.
Overall, the signing of this MoU signifies a strong commitment from both Morocco and Libya to collaborate and enhance vocational training opportunities in the region. By leveraging each other’s strengths and expertise, the two countries are poised to make significant strides in developing a skilled workforce and driving economic growth in their respective nations.
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