Launch of "African Lion 2025" Military Exercises: Morocco and the United States Strengthen Strategic Defense Partnership

The 21st edition of the "African Lion" military exercises kicked off this Monday, marking a significant step in bolstering the strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States. These joint exercises will continue until May 23, taking place at various locations across the Kingdom, including Agadir, Tan-Tan, Tiznit, Kenitra, Ben Guerir, and Tifnit.

Organized by the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) in coordination with U.S. forces, these maneuvers demonstrate the alignment of interests between the two nations regarding defense, regional security, and stability.

The 2025 edition takes place within the context of the ongoing strengthening of bilateral relations between Rabat and Washington, underscoring a trend of increasingly strategic military cooperation. Morocco, a leading regional player, is seen by the United States as a key partner in developing an integrated security and defense system in the Atlantic area.

This vision coincides with that of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, who places emphasis on the Atlantic axis within the Kingdom’s geostrategic orientations. In this regard, "African Lion" has become a cornerstone of Moroccan-American military cooperation, contributing to the enhancement of operational capabilities and interoperability between the armed forces of both countries, while also integrating multilateral dimensions with the participation of other partner nations.