On July 31, 2025, what seemed like a regal celebration turned out to be a masterclass in modern diplomacy. Hosted at Jakarta’s iconic Hotel Borobudur, the 26th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s coronation wasn’t just about tradition—it was a bold statement about Morocco’s future with Indonesia and beyond.

Beneath the warm handshakes and photo ops, the evening spotlighted a rising alliance between two powerhouse nations in the Global South. And if you think these are just ceremonial niceties, think again—this is where the next wave of global cooperation is being shaped.

Representing Morocco, Chargé d’Affaires Mohammed Faouzi Touiger didn’t hold back. He praised Indonesia’s President Prabowo Subianto for pushing Indonesia onto the global stage, and underscored Morocco’s full confidence in the country’s growing leadership. But more importantly, he called attention to something with real-world impact: a Strategic Partnership Agreement signed in Rabat in December 2023.

This agreement isn’t just diplomatic jargon—it lays out serious collaboration across game-changing sectors like agriculture and food security, renewable energy, tech and innovation, trade, and cultural exchange. In other words, this is the kind of behind-the-scenes deal that could affect everything from what ends up on your plate to how your future is powered.

Adding emotional depth to the evening, the event also served as a send-off for Ambassador Ouadiâ Benabdellah, marking the end of her tenure in Indonesia. Touiger reassured guests that Morocco’s momentum in Southeast Asia won’t slow down anytime soon.

Key figures showed up in full force—from Indonesian officials like Idha Widi Arsanti, to African and Arab ambassadorial leaders including Belmiro José Malate (Mozambique) and Zuhair Alshun (Palestine). Their presence wasn’t just symbolic—it was a nod to Morocco’s continued influence in South-South cooperation, a movement that's reshaping how developing nations collaborate outside the traditional Western lens.

This gathering made one thing clear: global partnerships aren’t just being formed in government halls—they’re being built in events like these, with culture, connection, and a sharp eye on the future.

So next time you scroll past a diplomatic headline, remember—this isn’t just politics. It’s the playbook for the world you’re going to live in.