Trump’s comeback to US presidency in favor of US-Morocco relations

The United States is anticipating the potential comeback of Republican Donald Trump, who will face off against incumbent Democrat Biden in the upcoming November elections.

This anticipation is also of interest to countries around the world whose’ interests could be heavily influenced by the US Presidential election, including Morocco.

The withdrawal of Ron DeSantis, a strong contender for Trump and the governor of Florida, on Sunday, is a clear sign that the former president is nearing a comeback in the political arena, despite Nikki Haley’s name still being in the running.

American opinion polls suggest, according to the Wall Street Journal, that the current U.S.  president is facing difficulty in winning a new term.

This is mainly attributed to his failure to put an end to the war in Ukraine and the deterioration of his policy during the Gaza war, which has made young Americans turn against him.

The road ahead appears to be open for Trump to potentially unseat President Biden. This could lead to a new phase in revitalizing the relationship between Rabat and Washington, which has been characterized by diplomatic stagnation and partial US commitment to the terms of the tripartite agreement.

One key term is the opening of a US consulate in Dakhla, in exchange for increased security and military coordination.

“Donald Trump holds a special significance in Morocco as the former president made a historic step by recognizing the Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, a recognition that the current Biden administration has partially upheld,” commented Hicham Mouatadid, an international relations and strategic expert.

Mouatadid believes that Trump’s candidacy in the elections represents a highly positive phase for Morocco, stressing that “his potential victory in the upcoming presidential race would be effective and beneficial for the Kingdom, enhancing its foreign policy dynamics.”

He further explained that the Republican Party tends to prioritize political realism and economic pragmatism in foreign policy, distancing themselves from institutional intervention, democratic theorizing, and rights-based discourse that form the intellectual foundation of Democrats in managing U.S. foreign affairs.  “This can present political challenges for them in a changing global landscape where multipolar diversity is shaping international relations.”

“Trump’s presidency could be seen as a new opportunity to advance Moroccan-American relations quickly and meet the expectations of both countries, particularly in terms of transatlantic cooperation and economic collaboration in African markets,” said Mouatadid.

He added that this could lead to enhanced diplomatic ties, implementation of the cooperation roadmap in southern regions, and the establishment of American representation in the Moroccan Sahara if Trump returns to the presidency.

If Trump makes a comeback, the recognition of the American state’s support for Moroccan Sahara will rapidly assume full diplomatic form. This will involve completing diplomatic and institutional formalities associated with this historical stance, predicts the expert.

He said that there is a positive trend within the Republic Party regarding Washington’s relations with Rabat. Trump affirmed this during his presidency, and it remains entrenched within the party.

“Rabat would find political assurance in Trump’s return to the presidency, leading to a more realistic approach in its dealings with his administration, distinct from the institutional diplomacy used with Democrats and the Biden administration,” concluded Mouatadid.

Cherifa Lamouir, a political analyst, on the other hand, has a cautious outlook on Trump’s rise, saying that “it shouldn’t create high expectations for resolving the lingering issues between the two countries.” She underlines the importance of being realistic in the face of a constantly shifting geopolitical landscape.

Lamouir predicts Trump’s candidacy will continue Morocco’s positive phase in bilateral relations with the US, stressing that “US recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara doesn’t require further reinforcement. Trump’s victory, if it happens, would only maintain this clarity in position.”

Trump’s comeback to the presidency in favor of US-Morocco relations

The United States is anticipating the potential comeback of its former Republican president, Donald Trump, who will face off against the current Democratic candidate, President Joe Biden, in the upcoming November elections. This anticipation is also of interest to countries around the world, including Morocco.

The withdrawal of Ron DeSantis, a strong contender for Trump and the governor of Florida, on Sunday, is a clear sign that the former president is nearing a comeback in the political arena, despite Nikki Haley’s name still being in the running.

American opinion polls suggest, according to the Wall Street Journal, that the current U.S.  president is facing difficulty in winning a new term.

This is mainly attributed to his failure to put an end to the war in Ukraine and the deterioration of his policy during the Gaza war, which has made young Americans turn against him.

The road ahead appears to be open for Trump to potentially unseat President Biden. This could lead to a new phase in revitalizing the relationship between Rabat and Washington, which has been characterized by diplomatic stagnation and partial US commitment to the terms of the tripartite agreement.

One key term is the opening of a US consulate in Dakhla, in exchange for increased security and military coordination.

“Donald Trump holds a special significance in Morocco as the former president made a historic step by recognizing the Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara, a recognition that the current Biden administration has partially upheld,” commented Hicham Mouatadid, an international relations and strategic expert.

Mouatadid believes that Trump’s candidacy in the elections represents a highly positive phase for Morocco, stressing that “his potential victory in the upcoming presidential race would be effective and beneficial for the Kingdom, enhancing its foreign policy dynamics.”

He further explained that the Republican Party tends to prioritize political realism and economic pragmatism in foreign policy, distancing themselves from institutional intervention, democratic theorizing, and rights-based discourse that form the intellectual foundation of Democrats in managing U.S. foreign affairs.  “This can present political challenges for them in a changing global landscape where multipolar diversity is shaping international relations.”

“Trump’s presidency could be seen as a new opportunity to advance Moroccan-American relations quickly and meet the expectations of both countries, particularly in terms of transatlantic cooperation and economic collaboration in African markets,” said Mouatadid.

He added that this could lead to enhanced diplomatic ties, implementation of the cooperation roadmap in southern regions, and the establishment of American representation in the Moroccan Sahara if Trump returns to the presidency.

If Trump makes a comeback, the recognition of the American state’s support for Moroccan Sahara will rapidly assume full diplomatic form. This will involve completing diplomatic and institutional formalities associated with this historical stance, predicts the expert.

He said that there is a positive trend within the Republic Party regarding Washington’s relations with Rabat. Trump affirmed this during his presidency, and it remains entrenched within the party.

“Rabat would find political assurance in Trump’s return to the presidency, leading to a more realistic approach in its dealings with his administration, distinct from the institutional diplomacy used with Democrats and the Biden administration,” concluded Mouatadid.

Cherifa Lamouir, a political analyst, on the other hand, has a cautious outlook on Trump’s rise, saying that “it shouldn’t create high expectations for resolving the lingering issues between the two countries.” She underlines the importance of being realistic in the face of a constantly shifting geopolitical landscape.

Lamouir predicts Trump’s candidacy will continue Morocco’s positive phase in bilateral relations with the US, stressing that “US recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara doesn’t require further reinforcement. Trump’s victory, if it happens, would only maintain this clarity in position.”