The king congratulates himself. (King Hassan of Morocco)(includes related arti cle)

From: The Middle East | Date: February 1, 1993| Author: Simpson, Chris | Copyright information

Morocco's King Hassan has won praise for his successful implementation of his country's experiment with democracy. However, critics of the present Moroccan government say that a political crisis will soon break out in the country. The future of democracy in Morocco hinges on the holding of legislative elections on Apr 30, 1993. The municipal elections in Oct 1992 saw the election of a large number of candidates supported by the king. The new US administration of Pres Bill Clinton is expected ...

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