Moroccans vote in election set to shape government before World Cup

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Moroccans are voting in a parliamentary election that is expected to shape the government overseeing preparations for the 2030 World Cup and channel economic benefits to youth. The election is unlikely to change the power balance due to the Moroccan king's control over policy, defense, and foreign affairs.

By Ahmed Eljechtimi RABAT, Sept 23 (Reuters) - Moroccans vote in an election on Wednesday that will shape the government overseeing the final stages of a $20-billion push to prepare for the 2030 World Cup and projects to direct economic gains towards the country's disenchanted youth. The parliamentary poll is not expected to fundamentally alter the balance of power in Morocco, where the king retains sweeping powers over policy direction, defence and foreign affairs.