During a mission in Morocco in February 2019, FIDH systematically raised the release of protesters with the Moroccan authorities, and engaged them on the fundamental issues of economic and social rights underpinning the protest movements. The release of a number of protesters is a welcome first step, however Moroccan authorities should release all people detained for having peacefully claimed their legitimate rights, while addressing the political, social and economic roots of such protest movements. FIDH will continue to monitor and work to ensure that Morocco upholds its national, regional and international human rights commitments, including the implementation of economic, social and cultural rights, as well as respect for freedoms of assembly, movement and association.
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