The Moroccan Institute for Policy Analysis

The Moroccan Institute for Policy Analysis (MIPA) is a non-profit, independent research institution based in Rabat, Morocco. Founded by a group of transdisciplinary researchers, MIPA's mission is to produce systematic and in-depth analysis of relevant policy issues that lead to new and innovative ideas for solving some of the most pressing issues relating to democracy. This report will focus on MIPA's activities .

Overview of MIPA

Mission

MIPA aims to provide objective analyses through policy briefs, research articles, and thematic reports. It organizes an annual Rabat Policy Forum where researchers, policymakers, and government officials discuss specific policy themes .

Activities

• Policy Analysis: Produces systematic analyses on policy-relevant issues.
• Rabat Policy Forum: Annual event facilitating discussions among stakeholders.
• Trainings: Prepares young researchers in policy analysis .

Relevance to Islam

While MIPA does not specifically focus on Islamic studies or policies related exclusively to Islam within its primary objectives or activities as described in available sources, it operates within a context where Islamic principles can influence political discourse. Morocco has a significant Muslim population with Islam being the state religion. Therefore, any political analysis conducted by MIPA would inherently consider the cultural and religious context of Morocco. For instance:

• In analyzing social reforms like family law (e.g., "إصلاح مدونة الأسرة"), which involves gender equality discussions influenced by Islamic jurisprudence .
• Political parties such as the Justice and Development Party (PJD), which are Islamist-oriented but operate within Morocco's broader democratic framework .

Relevance to Iran

There is no direct connection between MIPA’s work and Iran based on available information. However, both countries are part of broader regional discussions about governance models in authoritarian regimes:

• A study referenced digital technologies' impact across emerging countries including Egypt, Iran, but not directly involving Morocco or MIPA’s work with Iran .

In summary, while there is no explicit focus on Islam or direct engagement with Iranian policies at MIPA, the institute operates within a socio-political environment influenced by Islamic values.

Conclusion

MIPA plays a crucial role in providing analytical insights into Moroccan politics. Its contributions remain significant for understanding governance challenges within North Africa.