Abstract

The signing of the association agreement between the EU and Morocco in 1996 has made the promotion of democracy and human rights an integral part of their co-operation. The comprehensive strategic approach proclaimed by the EU in this respect requires a degree of consultation as to the political priorities to be covered. Thus, the funding of democracy-related projects in Morocco seemed to have entailed a general agreement on the thematic areas to be prioritized. This ‘tacit agreement’ has been made easier by Morocco's will to democratize – albeit slowly – and by the EU's soft-handed approach to democracy in the country through sidestepping sensitive issues. None the less, such an agreement impedes EU funds from reaching civil society and NGOs with sensitive programmes that could have immediate consequences for democracy.

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