The King of Morocco spent the past two days in the city of Fnideq. There, he laid foundation stones and opened facilities, thus establishing a new era the northern city.
Maghreb Arabe Presse
On Wednesday, King Mohammed VI placed the signifying stone for a sea wall built to protect a fish unloading site. Costing $6 million dollars, the wall is meant to improve the site, increase the fishing days and income of local traditional fishermen.
Later in the day, the King laid another foundation stone – this time at the Institute of Applied Technology. Due to open in September 2011 with 700 students expected each year, the $2.7 million project will provide training in management, computer networks, accountancy, secretarial work and office automation.
Maghreb Arabe Presse
The next day, Mohammed inaugurated Fnideq’s multi-sport field which is part of major sporting center. With $14.8 million spent on this facility, it is meant to promote local talent and help sports and youth clubs.
Finally, the King laid his third foundation stone in the city. It was for a $15.5 million socio-medical complex which will have places for TB examination, respiratory infections, cancer treatments, hemodialysis and kidney diseases plus a dentist clinic and rooms for medical staff training and meetings. His Majesty was briefed on how this complex will further help the health service in Fnideq.
The city of Fnideq is located at Morocco’s northern most tip, almost touching Spain’s Ceuta enclave. It has a population of about 55,000.
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