Morocco and France continue their military cooperation, despite a crisis that plagues their relation, as this week saw a visit by the director of Security and Defense Cooperation to Morocco in order to further strengthen this cooperation.
The French Embassy in Morocco has announced the end of the working visit to Morocco by General Régis Colcombet, Director of Security and Defense Cooperation of the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.
In a tweet published on Friday, the embassy said that General Colombet was able to conduct, during his working visit to Morocco, “ rich talks with several Moroccan partners in security and defense cooperation ”.
According to Mohamed Chakir, a military affairs expert, the current paradox surrounding Morocco’s military and security relations with France and Spain is not unique to France, as Spain has also experienced similar situations. He explains that these relations are governed by agreements that are independent of political tensions, as they are based on military links and interests, which are confidential and follow a distinct logic that is separate from politics.
Chakir emphasizes that military and security cooperation agreements are typically long-term and are not influenced by diplomatic issues or political tensions. He further highlights the strategic and vital nature of military relations between Morocco and these countries.
Morocco and France have had a long-standing military cooperation that dates back to Morocco’s independence from France in 1956. The two countries have maintained close military ties ever since, with Morocco being one of France’s closest allies in Africa.
In recent years, the military cooperation between Morocco and France has focused on counter-terrorism efforts, with both countries working together to combat extremist groups in the region. France has also supported Morocco’s efforts to maintain stability in the Sahel region, providing military and logistical support to the G5 Sahel joint military force.
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