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U.S. President Donald Trump has appointed Duke Buchan III as the new U.S. ambassador to Morocco, stating that he would play a critical role in strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations. “I am pleased to announce that Duke Buchan III will serve as the U.S. ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco,” Trump wrote on […]
In a historical move, US President Donald Trump has recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and announced to King Mohammed VI the opening of a US consulate in Dakhla. President Trump informed King Mohammed VI during a phone talk this Thursday of “the promulgation of a presidential decree, with what this act entails as undeniable […]
Washington has expressed determination to push forward the strategic partnership existing between the USA and Morocco and to reinforce their diplomatic ties. In a message of congratulations to King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Throne Day marking this year the 20th anniversary of the Monarch’s enthronement, President Donald Trump said “I am confident that […]
Pope Francis who paid a landmark visit to Morocco on Saturday and Sunday as part of his ongoing effort to advance inter-religious dialogue, warned on Sunday that those who close borders will become prisoners of the walls that they build. Pope Francis made the statement two days after US President Donald Trump threatened to seal […]
Russia will deliver 20 Su-35 fighter jets to Egypt as early as 2020-21 following a $2-billion deal signed between the two countries end of last year. Egypt will start receiving the military aircraft as early as next year, reported Russian media kommersant, citing two senior defense industry officers. The Su-35 fighter is a fourth-generation multi-function […]
Washington has commended Morocco’s constructive participation in talks on the Sahara held under the aegis of the United Nations and the UN Secretary General’s personal envoy for the Sahara Horst Köhler. This came during a meeting held Wednesday in Washington between US Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and Moroccan foreign Minister Nasser Bourita. The […]