Israel, Morocco Strengthen Military Alliance in High-Level Defense Visit

During the visit, Baram is scheduled to inaugurate the permanent headquarters of Israel’s defense attaché office in Rabat.

By United with Israel Staff

Israel and Morocco are strengthening their military and security cooperation, with a high-level Israeli defense delegation visiting Morocco for meetings with senior military, intelligence and government officials.

The delegation, led by Israeli Defense Ministry Director General Maj. Gen. (Res.) Amir Baram, traveled to Morocco on behalf of Defense Minister Israel Katz.

During the visit, Baram met with senior Moroccan defense officials, including the defense minister, military chief of staff and other high-ranking representatives at the royal palace and within the country’s intelligence agencies.

Defense relations between Israel and Morocco have expanded significantly since the two countries restored diplomatic relations in 2020 under the Abraham Accords and signed a defense memorandum of understanding in November 2021.

According to Israel’s Defense Ministry, cooperation has continued to grow throughout the past three years of war, underscoring the resilience of the relationship despite regional tensions.

Israeli defense companies have established a strong presence in Morocco, with most major defense transactions conducted through government-to-government agreements overseen by Israel’s Defense Ministry.

Israeli companies are also helping Morocco develop its own independent defense industry through joint ventures, industrial partnerships and reciprocal procurement arrangements.

The delegation includes representatives of the Israel Defense Forces, which has developed military ties with Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces, including joint training exercises across multiple fields.

During the visit, Baram is also scheduled to inaugurate the permanent headquarters of Israel’s defense attaché office in Rabat. The mission is headed by Col. Sharon Itach, Israel’s first permanent defense attaché to Morocco.

The Defense Ministry described the visit as part of a broader strategy to deepen security partnerships with friendly countries and expand Israeli defense exports, strengthening the IDF, supporting Israel’s foreign policy interests and boosting the country’s defense industry and economy.

“Morocco is not just another defense partner; it is much more than that,” Baram said.

“Over the years, we have built a strong relationship based on trust, mutual appreciation, Jewish heritage, and deep historical ties between our peoples. We intend to continue developing relations between the two countries to new heights and unprecedented levels.”