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U.S. Congressional Delegation Embarks on Official Visit to Morocco
During the meeting, the U.S. Representatives emphasized the strong historical ties and bilateral relations between the United States and Morocco, highlighting the strategic partnership that has been reinforced through high-level exchanges. They praised Morocco’s vital role under the leadership of HM King Mohammed VI in promoting peace and stability across Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. In this context, U.S. officials recognized Morocco's initiatives aimed at fostering shared development and prosperity throughout Africa.
Minister Loudyi underscored the robust military cooperation between the two nations, referencing the Roadmap for Defense Cooperation signed in October 2020, which outlines key areas for collaboration through 2030. The discussions also spotlighted the successful joint military exercises, particularly the African Lion exercise, which celebrated its 20th edition this year. This event involved over 7,000 military personnel from various countries across Africa, the Arab world, and Europe, alongside U.S. and Moroccan forces.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties expressed their satisfaction with the ongoing bilateral cooperation and conveyed a mutual desire to explore and enhance new opportunities for financial and technical collaboration aimed at strengthening the interoperability of their forces.
During their meeting with Foreign Minister Bourtia, Congressman Lamborn welcomed the ties between the U.S. and Morocco, expressing his appreciation that Morocco was the very first country in the “entire world to recognize the United States of America, more than 200 years ago.”
The Congressman welcomed the excellent exchanges held with the Minister, sharing the American delegation’s desire to continue these discussions and to build on this “great friendship” and ties between the two countries.
For his part, Representative David J. Trone (D- Maryland) recalled that Morocco is one of the oldest allies of the U.S., labeling it as a “beacon” in the Middle East.
“We are so fortunate to have you as our partners,” he stressed, noting the importance of this visit to Morocco which brings Republicans and Democrats together to explore avenues for mutually beneficial relationships and promote cooperation between the Kingdom and the United States.
Tackling tourism, Congressman Trone noted that this sector fosters direct interaction between peoples, namely with the launch of direct flights connecting Marrakech to American destinations, adding that similar connections from other Moroccan cities, such as Rabat, Casablanca, and Fes, are planned.
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