France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster ties
France and Morocco are set to sign a treaty aimed at strengthening their bilateral ties during an upcoming visit by King Mohammed VI to France. This treaty will be the first of its kind that Morocco signs with a European country, reflecting improved relations since France recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara in 2024. Both countries aim to establish a foundation for long-term cooperation across various sectors, including defense and security.
- ▪Moroccan and French foreign ministers announced plans for a treaty during King Mohammed VI's upcoming visit to France.
- ▪This treaty will be Morocco's first with a European nation, highlighting improved bilateral relations.
- ▪France has recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, which has positively impacted their partnership.
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France, Morocco prepare treaty to foster tiesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxMoroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita attends a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia October 16, 2025. Pavel Bednyakov/Pool via REUTERSPublished May 20, 2026, 10:39 PMUpdated May 20, 2026, 10:39 PMRABAT, May 20 - Moroccan and French foreign ministers said on Wednesday the two countries are preparing to sign a treaty to strengthen ties during an upcoming state visit by King Mohammed VI to France.The treaty will be the first Morocco signs with a European country, Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita told reporters after talks with his French counterpart, Jean-Noel Barrot.The two ministers did…
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