In a public letter delivered by the Islamic affairs minister, Ahmed Toufiq, King Mohammed acknowledged the struggles faced by many citizens, emphasizing the significant harms that religiously mandated acts could cause to those with limited finances. He himself plans to conduct the Eid sacrifice on behalf of the nation, showing solidarity with his people.
Morocco's economic situation has been compounded by seven consecutive years of drought and rising temperatures, both linked to climate change. Recent agricultural reports indicate that rainfall has plummeted to 53% below the three-decade average, severely affecting food production and consequently driving up meat prices.
In light of these climatic and economic adversities, the King's guidance was seen as both compassionate and necessary to help citizens maintain their traditions without succumbing to financial despair. "I am concerned that you fulfill this important religious duty under the best circumstances," he stated, as he addressed the diminishing livestock population and the broader economic context impacting his people's ability to celebrate Eid al-Adha fully.
Morocco's economic situation has been compounded by seven consecutive years of drought and rising temperatures, both linked to climate change. Recent agricultural reports indicate that rainfall has plummeted to 53% below the three-decade average, severely affecting food production and consequently driving up meat prices.
In light of these climatic and economic adversities, the King's guidance was seen as both compassionate and necessary to help citizens maintain their traditions without succumbing to financial despair. "I am concerned that you fulfill this important religious duty under the best circumstances," he stated, as he addressed the diminishing livestock population and the broader economic context impacting his people's ability to celebrate Eid al-Adha fully.
