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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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**Interview with Abdul Samad Qiuh, Minister of Transport and Logistics**
**Editor:** Good afternoon, Minister Qiuh. Thank you for joining us today. In your recent address to the House of Representatives, you discussed the transport sector and referred to certain traditional practices as “obsolete.” Can you elaborate on what you meant by that?
**Abdul Samad Qiuh:** Good afternoon, and thank you for having me. When I mentioned the term “obsolete,” I was referring to practices and systems in our transport sector that no longer align with modern needs or technological advancements. It’s essential that we evaluate the efficiency of our operations and consider innovative methods to enhance them.
**Editor:** Your comments sparked significant criticism from various stakeholders in the transport community. How do you respond to those concerns?
**Abdul Samad Qiuh:** I understand that change can be uncomfortable, and I value the input from all parties involved in the transport sector. My intention is not to dismiss the contributions of past practices but to encourage a dialogue about modernization. I believe we can build on our history while embracing progress for a sustainable future.
**Editor:** What specific initiatives are you considering to modernize the transport sector?
**Abdul Samad Qiuh:** We are exploring several avenues, including the integration of smart technology in logistics and transportation management, improving infrastructure to support electric and autonomous vehicles, and enhancing public transport systems to make them more efficient and environmentally friendly. Additionally, we aim to foster public-private partnerships to invest in these necessary transformations.
**Editor:** It sounds ambitious! How do you plan to engage with critics and stakeholders to ensure their voices are heard in this process?
**Abdul Samad Qiuh:** Engagement is critical. We plan to hold open forums and workshops with stakeholders across the transport sector—operators, workers, and the communities we serve. Their insights and experiences are invaluable as we chart a course towards modernization. Collaboration will be key to ensuring that our changes benefit everyone.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Minister Qiuh. We look forward to seeing how your plans unfold in the transport sector.
**Abdul Samad Qiuh:** Thank you for having me. I appreciate the support and will continue to listen to the community as we strive for a more effective and modern transport sector.
