Morocco's Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) has taken the lead in the country's legislative elections, the BBC reported on Thursday. The vote was for the House of Representatives, and polling stations have closed with counting under way, according to Al-Youm Al-Sabea.
The BBC reported that turnout was the lowest recorded since 2007. Sky News Arabia also reported on the participation figure announced by Moroccan authorities. The BBC did not give a specific percentage in its headline.
The results reported so far are preliminary. Al Jazeera described the PAM's position as a lead in the initial results of the legislative elections.
One outcome drawing attention is the possibility that the results could put Morocco on course for its first woman to head the government, according to DW. That report did not name a candidate, and no final results have been announced.
Morocco's parliament consists of two chambers, with the House of Representatives chosen by direct vote. The party that finishes first typically plays the leading role in forming a government, though the process involves negotiations with other parties.
With only preliminary figures available, the final seat distribution and the shape of the next government remain unclear. Further results and the participation rate are expected as counting continues.
