Keywords: Armed forces


US arms programs for Morocco reach billions of dollars over the past decade

US defense programs involving Morocco have expanded significantly over the past decade, covering combat aircraft, helicopters, armored vehicles, artillery systems, air-defense weapons and precision-guided munitions. A review cited by Moroccan media puts the value of US arms programs directed toward Morocco......

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 to Receive New HIMARS Capability as US Contract Program Moves Forward

Morocco is moving closer to introducing the American M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) into the Royal Armed Forces, with ten launchers now identified as being under contract within the United States’ fiscal 2027 planning framework. The development represents a new stage in a......

African Union peace missions: Morocco pushes for stronger capabilities and greater adaptability

Morocco has called for a broad reassessment of Africa’s peace support operations, arguing that the changing nature of conflicts requires more adaptable and better-equipped mechanisms to address the continent’s evolving security challenges. The Moroccan delegation made the appeal on Friday......

Macron hosts Lebanon and Jordan leaders as Paris seeks support for Lebanese army

French President Emmanuel Macron brought together Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II in Paris on Thursday as France sought international backing for Lebanon's armed forces and preparations for the future security architecture in southern Lebanon. The discussions......

German defence minister backs record military budget for 2027

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has defended plans for a record increase in military spending in 2027, describing the proposed budget as a necessary commitment to the country’s security amid growing concerns over Europe’s defence capabilities. Addressing parliament during the budget......

Morocco and India explore joint defense production and deeper military cooperation

Morocco and India are exploring new opportunities to expand their defense partnership, including joint production of military equipment, the creation of industrial joint ventures and greater technological cooperation. The discussions took place on Tuesday, September 8, during the first meeting of the......

Morocco moves closer to integrating HIMARS into its modernized artillery force

Morocco appears to be entering a new phase in its planned acquisition of the M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), as a US contract document identifies 10 Moroccan systems within a support program scheduled for the 2027 fiscal year. The reference provides a concrete indication that the......

Morocco explores David’s Sling as it strengthens its air defence capabilities

Morocco is continuing to expand and modernize its defence capabilities, with growing attention focused on advanced technologies such as radar systems, unmanned aerial vehicles and integrated air and missile defence platforms. Among the systems reportedly attracting interest is Israel’s David’s......