The Ibn Battuta Foundation, supported by the Spanish Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration, organized the 'Two shores, one language' fair. This event, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Consulate General in Madrid, celebrated the linguistic and cultural connections between Spain and Morocco.
The fair featured the presentation of Mohamed Nouri's book, 'Spanish words in the language of northern Morocco.' This work highlights the historical and symbolic ties between the two regions. The book explores how language reflects the shared experiences of generations living and interacting across the Strait of Gibraltar.
Mohamed Nouri, a researcher and writer, is also the president of the Association of Moroccan Graduates in Spain. He emphasizes that language is a space for fusion and dialogue. The event aimed to celebrate intercultural coexistence and the shared heritage between Spain and Morocco.
The book details the influence of Spanish on the dialect of northern Morocco. It includes words, expressions, and games. Nouri collected approximately 6,000 words, demonstrating the mutual influence between the two languages.
Nouri believes that cultural ties are as important as economic and political ones. He views shared memory as a foundation for a more peaceful and empathetic future. The event underscored the importance of mutual understanding and building a supportive society.