Morocco & AFRICOM committed to address shared security challenges & promote regional stability

Morocco is a trusted partner of the United States in Africa and the recent visit paid by Chief of U.S. Africa Command, General Dagvin Anderson, to the Kingdom highlights “the longstanding and deep partnership” existing between the two countries, said AFRICOM in a press release issued Thursday.

This visit, which underscored the strategic importance of Morocco and shared interests on the continent, was an opportunity to engage directly with key partners, added the statement, recalling the separate meetings held by Gen. Anderson with Minister Delegate in charge of National Defense Administration Abdellatif Loudiyi and Inspector General of the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces Gen. Mohamed Berrid.

Discussions focused on the deep history of military cooperation and the strong bond shared between the two nations through mutual support and proactive cooperation on security and prosperity, said AFRICOM.

Anderson also toured Ben Guerir Air Base, focusing on the African Partner Flight Training area and the F-16 training area. He received a briefing on the Airborne, Special Operations Forces (SOF) and Infantry Tactics Training Area for African partners. The upgraded air base has become a focal point for multinational exercises like African Lion, demonstrating the versatility of the U.S.-Morocco partnership.

“We understand that the needs of both of our nations are constantly evolving,” said Anderson. “Therefore, we maintain an open dialogue with Moroccan leadership to continually reassess our mutual interests and ensure our partnership remains aligned and mutually beneficial.”

Anderson emphasized the enduring nature of the U.S.-Morocco relationship and the commitment of U.S. Africa Command to working closely with Moroccan partners to address shared security challenges and promote stability and prosperity in the region.

According to AFRICOM press release, the Moroccan-American talks focused on longstanding partnership based on enduring friendship, strong military cooperation, shared security & prosperity.

“The United States and Morocco share a partnership built on trust, mutual respect, and a long history of cooperation,” said Benjamin Ziff, Chargé d’Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Rabat.

“General Anderson’s visit reaffirms our continuing commitment to work hand in hand with our Moroccan partners to advance regional stability, security, and prosperity.”