Keywords: Mohammed Berrid


The Week’s XI: Diplomatic successes, advances on the Sahara , and a new chapter with Egypt

The week of April 6 to 13, 2026 confirmed Morocco’s growing influence across several strategic dossiers. From diplomatic breakthroughs on the Moroccan Sahara issue, to strengthened African partnerships and renewed cooperation with Egypt, the Kingdom multiplied high-impact political initiatives. Among......

The team of the week: flood compensation and social support at the heart of public confidence

The Walaw platform continues its weekly feature highlighting the team of the week, during a period in which rainfall turned into a national test, floods became an opportunity to demonstrate preparedness, and diplomacy served as a mirror reflecting the Morocco of tomorrow. The Moroccan state did more......

Team of the week: return of flood victims and major diplomatic breakthrough in Madrid

As it does every week, the platform Walaw unveils its selection of personalities who made headlines across various sectors. Morocco has just gone through a decisive week marked by two parallel dynamics. On the domestic front, the country has moved from the emergency relief phase to structured recovery......

Morocco and Niger deepen military cooperation as Sahel challenges persist

A high-ranking military delegation from Niger recently concluded a week-long visit to Morocco, underscoring the strengthening ties between the two nations amid growing regional instability in the Sahel. Under the guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Army Corps General Mohammed Berrid hosted Niger’s......

Morocco strengthens military ties at AFRICOM command change in Germany

General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces and Commander of the Southern Zone, led a high-ranking delegation to Stuttgart, Germany, on August 14-15 to attend the change of command ceremony at the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM). The event marked the official......

Morocco strengthens military ties with UN amid peacekeeping challenges

Royal Armed Forces Inspector General Mohammed Berrid welcomed UN Mission Commander Division General Fakhrul Ahsan at the Southern Zone headquarters in Agadir. This meeting, attended by senior military officials from both organizations, marks a significant step in the ongoing collaboration between Morocco's......

Moroccan military chief discusses defense cooperation in Doha

General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of Morocco's Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and Commander of the Southern Zone, was received in Doha by Qatari officials during an official visit. He led a high-level military delegation to the State of Qatar. During his meeting with Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman......

Morocco edges closer to historic F-35 acquisition in $17 billion deal

Recent reports indicate Morocco may become the first Arab and African nation to acquire the F-35 stealth fighter jet. The potential $17 billion deal, which would span 45 years for procurement and maintenance, has gained momentum following renewed diplomatic engagement from Washington. The development......

Morocco and France Strengthen Defense Cooperation Framework

Morocco and France have further solidified their defense partnership during the 22nd session of the Joint Military Commission held in Rabat. This high-level meeting marks a renewed commitment to tackling regional and international security challenges. The discussions were led by General Mohammed Berrid,......