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Morocco and the United States Move to Deepen Defence Cooperation Following Mike Rogers’ Visit

Morocco and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral defence ties, with discussions in Rabat highlighting military cooperation, defence industry development and emerging security technologies as key areas for future collaboration. The discussions took place on Friday,......

Morocco and the United States begin preparations for African Lion 2027 military exercises

Morocco and the United States have officially begun preparations for African Lion 2027, the multinational military exercise expected to bring together forces from more than 45 countries. Scheduled to begin on April 19, 2027, the next edition is set to include an expanded programme covering land, sea,......

Marrakech Airshow 2026: US F-35A Fighters Take to Moroccan Skies

The skies over Marrakech are set to become a focal point for international military aviation as the United States takes part in the Marrakech Airshow 2026, held from October 7 to 10 at a Royal Moroccan Air Force base. Among the most prominent aircraft featured in the American contingent are two F-35A......

Morocco’s armed forces expand cyber defense capabilities ahead of US-led exercises

Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (FAR) are expanding their military cyber defense capabilities as they prepare to establish specialized teams capable of protecting operational networks and responding to digital threats. The initiative is expected to develop further through closer cooperation with......

Morocco and US deepen military cooperation through drone training in Agadir

Morocco and the United States are expanding their military cooperation in emerging technologies, with training activities focused on small unmanned aircraft systems in Agadir. The initiative brings together personnel from the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces and US military partners as both countries continue......

Morocco and US congressional delegation discuss expanding strategic defence cooperation

Morocco and the United States are seeking to further strengthen their long-standing defence partnership, with talks in Rabat focusing on military cooperation, joint exercises and emerging areas such as defence industry, cybersecurity and space. Abdellatif Loudyi, Morocco’s minister delegate to......

African Lion 2027: Morocco launches military exercise planning in Agadir

Morocco has begun preparations for the African Lion 2027 multinational military exercise, with the first planning meeting taking place at the Southern Zone Command in Agadir from September 21 to 25. The meeting brings together representatives from Morocco, the United States and other participating countries......

Morocco deepens its role in US military cooperation across Africa

Morocco is strengthening its military cooperation with the United States as Washington expands multinational security initiatives across Africa. Recent joint exercises and new defense projects have highlighted the growing operational and technological links between the Moroccan Royal Armed Forces and......

Third batch of Moroccan Apache helicopters begins journey from the United States

A third batch of AH-64E Apache Guardian attack helicopters destined for Morocco has begun moving through the United States ahead of its expected shipment to the Kingdom, marking another step in the country’s ongoing military aviation modernization program. Images published on September 16 reportedly......