The U.S. Senate has confirmed Duke Buchan III as the new American ambassador to Morocco, formalizing a nomination announced by President Donald Trump in March.
During his July confirmation hearing, Buchan described Morocco as “a pillar of stability” whose strategic location makes it vital to U.S. national security interests.
He pledged to strengthen long-standing cooperation in defense and counterterrorism, noting that the U.S.-Morocco Treaty of Peace and Friendship, signed in 1786, remains America’s oldest unbroken diplomatic agreement.
Buchan also highlighted Morocco as “a model economic partner,” emphasizing investment opportunities in technology, transport, agriculture, and energy.
Reiterating Washington’s position on the Moroccan Sahara, he affirmed U.S. support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as “the only credible basis” for a lasting solution.
The confirmation comes as Washington encourages American investment in the southern provinces. Buchan previously served as ambassador to Spain and Andorra (2017–2021) and has a background in finance.
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