French PM Lecornu seeks deeper ties, energy cooperation on Morocco visit
- Lecornu praised the diplomatic advances Paris and Rabat have achieved since President Emmanuel Macron backed Morocco's sovereignty claim over the disputed Western Sahara in 2024.
- He described the two countries' ties as being at a "turning point", saying that France sought to deepen cooperation particularly on security and counterterrorism.
- His Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch said their partnership was now based on "a shared strategic vision, restored trust and common ambition".
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- Lecornu praised the diplomatic advances Paris and Rabat have achieved since President Emmanuel Macron backed Morocco's sovereignty claim over the disputed Western Sahara in 2024.
- He described the two countries' ties as being at a "turning point", saying that France sought to deepen cooperation particularly on security and counterterrorism.
- His Moroccan counterpart Aziz Akhannouch said their partnership was now based on "a shared strategic vision, restored trust and common ambition".
Sources: France 24