Abdeslam Al Mesbahi is a Moroccan politician and engineer who served as the Secretary of State for Housing (Secrétaire d'État chargé de l'Habitat) in the government of Prime Minister Driss Jettou from 2002 to 2007. He is a prominent member of the Istiqlal Party (Parti de l'Istiqlal).
Biography Born in Morocco, Abdeslam Al Mesbahi pursued a professional career as an engineer before becoming involved in national politics. His technical background in engineering likely informed his later governmental role in housing and urban development.
Political Career A long-standing member of the centre-right Istiqlal Party, Al Mesbahi rose through the party ranks. His significant political appointment came on November 7, 2002, when he was named Secretary of State for Housing within the cabinet formed by Prime Minister Driss Jettou.
In this role, Al Mesbahi was responsible for assisting the Minister of Housing and Urban Planning in formulating and implementing national housing policies. His mandate included addressing issues such as affordable housing, urban planning, combating informal settlements, and promoting sustainable development in Morocco's rapidly growing urban areas. He held this position until the government's restructuring following the 2007 general elections, concluding his tenure on September 19, 2007.
References
- Official records of the Government of Morocco (e.g., Bulletin Officiel des nominations ministérielles)
- Archival news reports on Moroccan cabinet appointments and government activities (2002-2007)