Morocco's King sacks minister of finance

Mohamed Boussaid, former Moroccan minister of economy and finance

Morocco’s King Mohammed has sacked Mohamed Boussaid as minister for the economy and finance, according to a statement from the Royal Cabinet on Wednesday.

The decision was taken in consultation with Prime Minister Saad Eddine El Othmani, said the statement carried by the Moroccan news agency.

“This Royal decision is part of the implementation of the principle of accountability which His Majesty is keen to apply to all officials whatever their ranks or affiliations,” said the statement.

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