Morocco, Australia discuss cooperation in renewables & counterterrorism
Cooperation prospects between Morocco and Australia in renewable energy, green hydrogen and counterterrorism were at the center of talks held in Rabat by Australia’s assistant foreign Affairs minister Jim Watt with Moroccan government officials.
On Tuesday, he was received by foreign minister Nasser Bourita. They discussed bilateral relations, common challenges and latest developments on the regional and international scene.
He visited the same day, the Rabat-based UN Office for Counter-Terrorism and Training in Africa (UNOCT) which is supported by the governments of Australia and Morocco, Brazil’ Intelligence agency, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, the National Police of Spain and several other Moroccan and foreign partner security institutions.
On Monday, the Australian official conferred with Moroccan Minister Delegate for Investment Mohcine Jazouli. Talks focused on investment opportunities offered in green hydrogen, renewable energy and vocational education.
Morocco and Australia have similar agricultural economies and water supply challenges. Both share a commitment to green energy and lowering their carbon footprints. Australian expertise is well regarded in Morocco, giving Australian companies the edge in providing the skills to help develop the local energy and water sectors. Australian businesses in Morocco include ship builder Austal, Fortescue Future Industries, Rubicon Water and Samex Australian Meat Company.
Tim’s visit to Rabat is part of an African tour that will take him also to Ghana and South Africa. The goal of the trip is to reinvigorate Australia’s relationships in Africa which offers important trade diversification opportunities for Australian companies.
