Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara received Morocco’s new ambassador to Côte d'Ivoire, Othman El Fardous, at the presidential palace in Abidjan on Thursday. During the meeting, Ambassador El Fardous presented his credentials, officially recognizing him as the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kingdom of Morocco to the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. The ambassador conveyed greetings and well wishes from King Mohammed VI to President Ouattara. These wishes expressed hopes for continued progress and prosperity for Côte d'Ivoire. The appointment signifies the ongoing strengthening of diplomatic relations between Morocco and Côte d'Ivoire. The ceremony formalizes the ambassador’s role in representing Moroccan interests within the West African nation.