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Morocco’s early recognition of the United States in 1777 laid the groundwork for one of the longest-standing diplomatic relationships in US history, a legacy now reinforced by deepening defense and strategic ties, according to a feature published by The Washington Diplomat. Morocco became the first country to formally acknowledge the fledgling United States during the […]
The United States and Morocco are preparing a significant expansion of their military partnership under a new 2026–2036 roadmap that emphasizes drone warfare, artificial intelligence and deeper operational integration, according to details from a U.S. planning document cited by Moroccan media. The plan envisages a shift toward “all-domain” operations, with Morocco set to host a […]
A Moroccan security delegation joined international counterparts at the International Police Cooperation Center (CCPI) in Leesburg, Virginia, as part of ongoing coordination efforts for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, highlighting Rabat’s growing role in global security cooperation around major sporting events. The delegation, composed of officials from Morocco’s national police and domestic intelligence agencies DGSN […]
Multidimensional defense cooperation between Morocco and the USA was reviewed at a meeting held in Rabat Monday between Minister in charge of the National Defense Administration Abdeltif Loudyi, and a delegation of U.S. Congress members, led by Trent Kelly, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, under the Armed Services Committee of the […]
Trent Kelly, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, reiterated on Monday in Rabat his support for the autonomy plan presented by Morocco for the final resolution of the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara, while expressing his support for United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797. “I strongly support the Moroccan autonomy proposal,” embodied […]
Royal Moroccan Air Force and U.S. Air Force have carried out in Morocco engine running on and offloading procedures (ERO), a high-risk, high-reward capability that allows cargo to be loaded or unloaded while an aircraft’s engines remain running. In these tactical operations, the risks are real. Exhaust pulsations can tip unsecured cargo. Engines can pull […]
The United States and Morocco have signed a new Sensitive Security Information sharing agreement to strengthen cooperation on civil aviation security. The announcement was made by the U.S. embassy in a post on its X account, saying the agreement has been sealed to ensure the security and safety of the two countries travelers, transportation networks, […]
United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth praised Morocco as America’s foremost partner on the African continent, and describing the kingdom’s engagement with the African Lion 2026 military exercises as exceptional and enduring. There is no better host for the continent’s largest multinational military exercise, he said. Speaking by video link during a ceremony held […]
Military cooperation between Morocco and the USA has been reviewed at a meeting held Friday in Agadir between Lieutenant General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces and Commander of the South Zone, and US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, who is on a working visit to the Kingdom. The meeting, held upon the […]
Morocco and the United States on April 29 reaffirmed the depth of their strategic partnership during talks in Rabat that underscored cooperation ranging from the Western Sahara issue and space exploration to trade, investment and defense. Speaking at a joint news conference with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau […]