What If... Why Not?

About the Book

More than a diplomat's journey; stories that shape a life

In What if... Why Not?, Ambassador Mohamed Maliki graciously shares different stories; including moments from his career in the foreign service. These stories take readers from funs and pitfalls to stressful and emotional moments; from the lively streets of Pakistan to stormy rains in Cameroon; and from international negotiations to quiet, personal moments that often matter most.

This book is not only about diplomacy, history, and lessons learned along the way; it is about family, friendship, resilience, and the often-unseen role of spouses in a diplomat's life. It also reflects the pride of belonging. With warmth and honesty; Maliki explores what it means to represent a country like Morocco, build relationships across cultures, and stay grounded through it all.

Full of insight, humour, and heart; What if... Why Not? offers a unique look at life through the eyes of someone who has seen the world; yet never stopped asking what truly matters.

About the Author

Mohamed Maliki is currently the Ambassador of His Majesty the King of Morocco to India; with additional accreditations to Bhutan, the Maldives, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

A seasoned diplomat with more than 35 years in service; he previously served in Pakistan and Cameroon and headed the Asian and Oceanian Affairs Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Rabat, besides holding many other official positions.

Renowned for strengthening ties in trade, defense, technology, education, and culture across Asia; his writings reflect the life insights of a Moroccan shaped by decades of cross-cultural experiences and a diplomat's deep commitment to global understanding.