Morocco’s Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, said that relations between Morocco and the United States are built on a shared vision for the future and a long-standing strategic partnership.
Speaking at a reception hosted by the U.S. Embassy at the historic site of Chellah in Rabat to mark the U.S. national holiday, Benali said the two countries aim not only to strengthen bilateral ties but also to contribute to building more resilient global value chains.
She emphasized that Morocco and the United States continue to cooperate through multilateral frameworks to promote stability, economic growth, and shared prosperity.
The minister also highlighted the historical depth of bilateral relations, noting that Morocco was the first country to recognize U.S. independence in 1777.
According to Benali, the partnership is supported by regular political dialogue, security and defense cooperation, structured economic relations, and extensive cultural and scientific collaboration.
She further stressed that the Morocco-U.S. Free Trade Agreement remains a strategic pillar of bilateral relations and an important driver of investment and job creation, while encouraging American companies to explore investment opportunities across Morocco.