The Democratic Confederation of Labor (CDT) has strongly rejected the draft organic law on the right to strike as approved by Morocco’s Lower House. The union described it as a “restrictive text contrary to constitutional principles and Morocco’s international commitments.”
As part of its efforts, CDT announced regional demonstrations on January 5, 2025, in regional capitals, in line with decisions made by its national council.
The confederation criticized the draft as a systematic infringement on union freedoms and highlighted the government’s failure to respect International Labor Convention No. 87.
In a statement, the CDT called for continued mobilization to defend the right to strike and threatened to escalate its opposition through future actions, including organizing a national march and staging a general strike.
The union accused Aziz Akhannouch’s government of undermining the principle of consensus, claiming it relied on its parliamentary majority to make decisions on a fundamental right affecting society as a whole.
The union also denounced the retention of provisions in the draft law that, in its view, fail to significantly alter the original legislation. CDT argued that the proposed law remains incompatible with the constitution, imposing excessive restrictions on the right to strike.
Amid the protest plans, the union urged its members to mobilize actively and responsibly for the protests, condemning the government’s persistence in undermining social achievements and fundamental rights.