Morocco debates how to rebuild from September quake that killed thousands

Published November 10, 2023 11:00 PM

By SAM METZ
Associated Press

MOULAY BRAHIM, Morocco (AP) — After many natural disasters, people debate how to rebuild without changing their community for the worse. Morocco has pledged to rebuild from a September earthquake in line with its architectural heritage. The country plans to spend $11.7 billion on post-quake reconstruction over the next five years. And villagers and architects agree that earthquake-safe construction is a top priority. That’s created a push for modern building materials. But the government says it wants to rebuild in line with Morocco’s cultural and architectural heritage.

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