France’s new ambassador to Morocco formally begins diplomatic mission

France’s new ambassador to Morocco formally begins diplomatic mission
Tuesday 2 June 2026 - 21:43

France’s newly appointed ambassador to Morocco, Philippe Lalliot, officially began his diplomatic mission on Tuesday after presenting copies of his credentials to Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Rabat.

Lalliot submitted the documents in accordance with diplomatic protocol, formally assuming his role as ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the French Republic to King Mohammed VI.

He succeeds Christophe Lecourtier, who served as France’s ambassador to Morocco since 2022 before being appointed director general of the French Development Agency’s operations in Morocco. Lecourtier officially took up his new position on May 11 following the completion of the approval process within French institutions.

Lalliot’s appointment comes as Morocco and France seek to deepen bilateral cooperation following a period of renewed diplomatic momentum. The two countries have intensified political and economic coordination in recent months, reflecting efforts to strengthen their strategic partnership.

The ambassador’s arrival coincides with growing cooperation across investment, development, and political affairs, as Paris and Rabat move to expand collaboration in areas of mutual interest and reinforce long-standing ties between the two countries.

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