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Abdul Samad Qiuh, Minister of Transport and Logistics, praised the tasks undertaken by the dual transport sector, during the weekly oral question session in the House of Representatives, and even described the “hook” as “obsolete”, which attracted a torrent of criticism.
The new minister, who joined Aziz Akhannouch’s government during the last amendment, defended dual transportation professionals, stressing his desire to work on improving the working conditions of this group without harming the interests of other groups.
In addition, in his first appearance in Parliament, Qayuh called for working with the Ministry of the Interior to expedite the issuance of licenses for dual transport, which was widely welcomed among those working in this sector.
In response to this issue, the national secretary of the Moroccan Coordination of Dual Transport Sector Professionals, Abdel Samad Soussan, expressed his optimism in the words of the minister who comes from the largest region known for intense dual transport activity.
Soussan explained, “The Minister knows well the importance of dual transit and the services it provides, and the large number of dual transit vehicles in the Taroudant region, where he comes from, and he has represented him in Parliament for years… and therefore, he knows the challenges that professionals face.”
However, on the other hand, the national secretary of the Moroccan Coordination of Dual Transport Sector Professionals considered that “the Ministry of Transport and Logistics does not have the power to impose the decision on the Ministry of the Interior in order to expedite the convening of regional committees headed by workers to issue and decide on dual transport licenses.”
In the face of this situation, the same professional actor called for “learning from the mistakes in granting licenses and working to ensure that double transfer is at the same level, which will contribute to ending the dilemma of secret transfer.”
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What does Minister Abdul Samad Qiuh mean by the term “hook” regarding the transport sector?
**Interview with Abdul Samad Qiuh, Minister of Transport and Logistics**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Minister Qiuh. Thank you for joining us today. Recently, during a session in the House of Representatives, you referred to the “hook” in the transport sector as “obsolete.” Can you elaborate on what you meant by this characterization?
**Minister Qiuh:** Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. When I referred to the “hook,” I was talking about certain outdated practices and systems in our transport sector that no longer serve our evolving needs. It was necessary to point this out to initiate conversation on how we can modernize our infrastructure and logistics to better support the economy.
**Editor:** That statement certainly garnered a lot of reactions. Some critics see it as dismissive of the work done in previous administrations. How do you respond to those concerns?
**Minister Qiuh:** I understand the sensitivity around such comments. However, my aim is to foster improvement and innovation. My critique is not of the individuals involved in past efforts but rather an acknowledgment that we must adapt to current demands. We can build on past achievements while embracing new technologies and methodologies.
**Editor:** You mentioned modernization. What specific changes do you envision implementing in the transport sector?
**Minister Qiuh:** We are looking at a multi-faceted approach to modernization, which includes investing in sustainable transport options, enhancing logistics networks through technology, and improving regulatory frameworks to facilitate smoother operations. Our goal is to create a transport ecosystem that is efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly.
**Editor:** That sounds promising. What do you believe will be the biggest challenge in this transition?
**Minister Qiuh:** One of the biggest challenges will be securing the necessary funding and resources to implement these changes. Additionally, fostering collaboration among various stakeholders—government agencies, private sector players, and the public—is crucial. Change requires a united effort and a shared vision.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Minister Qiuh. It will be interesting to see how these initiatives develop in the coming months.
**Minister Qiuh:** Thank you for having me. I look forward to keeping the public informed about our progress in the transport and logistics sector.
