Abdelilah Benkirane is a Moroccan politician who served as the Prime Minister of Morocco from 2011 to 2017. He is a member of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), which is known for its moderate Islamic stance. Benkirane became the first Prime Minister to be appointed after the 2011 constitutional reforms that aimed to increase the powers of the parliament. During his tenure, Benkirane focused on economic reforms, social issues, and combating corruption. His government faced challenges, including public protests and economic difficulties, but he remained a significant figure in Moroccan politics. After his term, he continued to influence the PJD and Moroccan political landscape.