28/10/2026
Strengthening the Bridges Between Morocco and Ireland: Galway and Agadir, Two Atlantic Cities with a Shared Vision
His Excellency Dr. Lahcen Mahraoui, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to Ireland, paid an official visit to Galway today, organised by Mr. Keith Finnegan, responsible for International Relations at Galway City Council.
The visit included a series of meetings with key representatives of Galway’s civic, academic, business and cultural communities, including Mayor Helen Ogbu, Councillor Clodagh Higgins, and the President of the University of Galway , accompanied by a team representing a range of academic disciplines. Discussions also involved representatives of Atlantic Technological University , Fahy Travel Agency, PorterShed and Galway Harbour.
These meetings provided a valuable opportunity to explore new avenues for cooperation and further strengthen the relationship between Morocco and Ireland, particularly in the fields of education, research and development, culture, sport, trade and tourism.
Particular attention was given to the potential for closer cooperation between Galway and Agadir, two Atlantic cities that share many similarities, common interests and challenges, as well as significant opportunities for collaboration and mutual growth.
The ambition is clear: to build more bridges between our communities, universities, businesses and institutions; encourage exchanges between students, researchers, entrepreneurs and cultural actors; and transform shared interests into concrete partnerships that benefit both cities.
Today’s visit marks another important step towards bringing Morocco and Ireland closer together, while opening new horizons for cooperation between Galway and Agadir.
By building on our shared Atlantic identity and our commitment to innovation, sustainability and cultural exchange, we can create lasting connections and turn common challenges into opportunities for a stronger, more prosperous future.
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