Washington: The bipartisan consensus in the United States regarding the strategic partnership with the Kingdom of Morocco is a longstanding tradition, dating back to the very inception of the American Republic, as highlighted by participants in the inaugural international edition of the MAP Town Hall held in Washington.
According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, discussions at the event focused on the historical roots of this significant relationship, which has matured into a robust strategic alliance over the years. This partnership has been further solidified under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI and President Donald Trump. Peter Pham, a former ambassador and distinguished Fellow at the Atlantic Council, emphasized that the 1786 peace and friendship agreement with Morocco was signed by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. These two Founding Fathers, representing different political ideologies, acknowledged the importance of establishing a treaty that would become the foundation for the longest uninterrupted diplomatic relationship in American history.
Pham, speaking during a high-level panel at the MAP Town Hall, pointed out that this historical fact underscores the existence of a bipartisan consensus in the United States concerning its strategic partnership with Morocco since the country’s independence. The former US Special Envoy for the Great Lakes and Sahel Regions of Africa noted that the Moroccan-American relationship extends beyond mutual interests, promoting peace, security, stability, and co-development, particularly in Africa.
The panel discussion, moderated by Alberto Fernandez, Vice President of the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI), highlighted the innovative initiatives aimed at fostering development and prosperity in Africa. Pham praised Morocco’s leading role in combating violent extremism and promoting economic growth on the continent through cooperative efforts.
The strategic alliance between Rabat and Washington is built on strong leadership at the highest levels of both nations. Pham emphasized the need to explore future cooperation opportunities by building on past achievements and leveraging “promising perspectives” in the relationship between these enduring allies.
Ilan Berman, Senior Vice President of the American Foreign Policy Council, also addressed the shared values and opportunities between the United States and Morocco. He noted that this relationship serves as a model in the region and beyond, with Morocco’s commitment to Africa’s development demonstrated through impactful initiatives in various high-value sectors.
The MAP Town Hall, held under the theme “Kingdom of Morocco – United States of America: From historic partnership to strategic alliance,” took place amid renewed momentum in relations between Rabat and Washington. The event gathered former senior U.S. officials, policy experts, and academics to discuss the trajectory of the Moroccan-American alliance and its future prospects.