After a week-long strike, Moroccan lawyers have decided to return to work after the government agreed to suspend a contentious bill that sought to regulate the legal sector. This decision follows Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch's promise to engage directly with the Association of Moroccan Bars (ABAM) to create a mixed commission for dialogue between officials and legal practitioners. The suspended bill, which aimed to modernize the legal sector and bolster anti-corruption efforts, faced significant opposition from legal professionals who viewed it as a threat to their independence.

The Justice Minister, Abdellatif Ouahbi, initially introduced the reform legislation, which had been approved by the government in December. However, amid mounting pressure from striking lawyers, the government has decided to delay presenting the bill for a parliamentary vote. This move reflects the government's recognition of the concerns raised by the legal community and the need for a participatory approach in making legislative changes that impact their profession.

The cessation of the strike indicates a win for the lawyers, who advocated for meaningful engagement and representation in legislative processes about their profession. As discussions continue, the establishment of a commission to foster dialogue may lead to a more collaborative atmosphere between the government and the legal sector, ultimately benefiting the administration of justice in Morocco.