Morocco Advocates for a Balanced Approach to AI Development, Emphasizing Sovereignty and Interoperability

The 2nd edition of the World Digital Summit, themed "Digital Pathways for All," took place at the World Bank headquarters in Washington, D.C. on March 18-19, 2025. The event brought together a diverse group of government officials, experts, and industry leaders to explore the future of digital development. Among the key participants was Morocco’s Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Ms. Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, who outlined the Kingdom’s vision for artificial intelligence (AI) development. Morocco’s participation in the summit was also marked by the attendance of Ambassador Youssef Amrani.

Strengthening US-Morocco Cooperation in Nuclear and Radiological Regulation

During the 37th Regulatory Information Conference (RIC) taking place in Rockville, Maryland, Saïd Mouline, Director General of the Moroccan Agency for Nuclear and Radiological Safety and Security (AMSSNuR), held a working session with David A. Wright, the newly appointed Chairman of the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (USNRC). This meeting reaffirmed both agencies' commitment to improving their collaboration in the field of nuclear and radiological safety.

Digital Transition: A New Impetus for Cooperation Between Rabat and Washington

The Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, engaged in a series of meetings with U.S. officials in Washington on Monday, aiming to give a new impetus to the Moroccan-American partnership in the realms of digital transition and technological innovation.

CERAWeek: Energy Minister Leila Benali Highlights Morocco’s Key Role as Corridor Linking Europe, Africa, and the Atlantic Basin

In her address at CERAWeek 2025, held in Houston, Texas, Leila Benali, Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, underscored Morocco’s pivotal role in reshaping global supply chains. She positioned the country as a crucial energy and trade corridor connecting Europe, Africa, and the Atlantic Basin, facilitating access to a variety of affordable energy sources for millions of consumers. The event attracted prominent leaders, including U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, as well as key ministers and executives from the oil and gas sectors.

Strategic Discussion on Strengthening U.S.-Morocco Energy Cooperation in Africa

The Atlantic Council hosted a conversation with Ms. Amina Benkhadra, Director General of Morocco's National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM), on the margins of her participation in the “Powering Africa Summit,” a major event focused on energy partnerships between the United States and Africa held in Washington D.C. The discussions brought together Ambassador Youssef Amrani, diplomats, energy sector experts, private sector representatives, and donors. They focused on exploring the future of Morocco’s energy sector and strengthening U.S.-Morocco partnerships, particularly in energy and critical minerals. The event also highlighted pivotal projects such as the African Atlantic Gas Pipeline Project and Morocco's ambitious initiatives to develop critical minerals.