Morocco's PJD Seeks Comeback Under Benkirane Ahead of 2026 Election
The Islamist-leaning party is rebuilding trust with voters following its heavy defeat in 2021.
Morocco's Justice and Development Party (PJD) is rebuilding under Abdelilah Benkirane as it looks to recover from its 2021 election defeat, Al Jazeera reported.
The party, which has an Islamic reference, is working to regain public trust ahead of the 2026 election, according to Al Jazeera.
Sources
- Morocco’s PJD: what has the party learned ahead of the 2026 election? — Al Jazeera — All
EGazette summarizes reporting from multiple sources; follow the links for the originals.
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