Morocco: Adoption Of Orphans Under Attack By Islamist Government

Morocco: Adoption Of Orphans Under Attack By Islamist Government

Regarding a growing unease over moves by current islamist Justice Minister Mr. Ramid efforts to restrict adoption in Morocco, at a time when the situation of orphaned or abandoned children is critical. A recent circular from the Ministry of Justice dismissing the right of non-resident foreigners to adopt has led to grave concerns about the future welfare of Moroccan orphans.