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Morocco World
24-04-2025
- Politics
- Morocco World
Morocco Strengthens Naval Ties with France, Portugal through Joint Mediterranean Drills
Rabat – The Royal Moroccan Navy is taking part in a multinational naval exercise off the French coast, working alongside French and Portuguese forces as part of the Clemenceau 25 mission. This collaboration shows the growing coordination between the three countries, particularly in maritime security and crisis response in the Mediterranean. French military officials described the operation as a platform for exchanging expertise and building a collective approach to regional challenges. 'The exercises serve both stability and security across the Mediterranean,' the French General Staff shared in a statement on X. Morocco's participation follows a steady rhythm of naval cooperation, especially with France. In October, the Royal Moroccan Navy hosted its annual joint exercise Chebec with the French Navy. Held regularly since 1994, the drill remains a key moment for reinforcing operational ties between the two forces. The Royal Moroccan Navy also remains active in the Strait of Gibraltar. Just last week, the frigate Tariq ibn Ziad, along with the patrol vessels Hassan II and Lieutenant Colonel Al-Rahmani, passed through the Strait en route to the Mediterranean. Moreover, in recent months, Morocco and France have moved through successive waves of diplomatic momentum, with efforts to strengthen their bilateral ties gaining renewed visibility. High-level visits by ambassadors and senior officials have become more frequent in setting the tone for a more dynamic relationship. From cultural collaboration and academic exchanges to partnerships in agriculture, renewable energy, and digital innovation, Morocco and France are opening new avenues of cooperation. Tags: military drillmilitary navyMorocco france tiesmorocco royal navy
Ya Biladi
10-03-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
Morocco and France conduct joint elite paratrooper exercise
The Moroccan and French armies are conducting a joint military exercise called Scorpion. «Approximately 300 paratroopers from the special forces of both nations are participating in this training, which is taking place from March 2 to 13 at the Benguerir airbase and in the Oukaïmden mountains», a Moroccan source told Yabiladi. «These maneuvers are primarily aimed at enhancing the operational and tactical capabilities of the paratroopers from the Royal Armed Forces and the French army, particularly in terms of infiltrating enemy lines and combating terrorism», the same source added. The armies of both countries had already organized the 30th edition of the naval exercise Chebec in October 2024. They are also preparing for the military maneuvers Chergui 2025, scheduled for September in Errachidia, which has angered Algiers.
