Trump Message Celebrates Morocco as Key U.S. Ally in Regional Security

In a powerful tribute, President Donald Trump reiterates U.S. support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and highlights the kingdom’s role as a cornerstone of regional stability and American diplomacy in North Africa.

WASHINGTON / RABAT – August 2, 2025

In a message that carried diplomatic weight and enduring symbolism, former U.S. President Donald J. Trump extended heartfelt congratulations to His Majesty King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Throne Day, while delivering a clear and unwavering reaffirmation of American support for Morocco’s territorial integrity, including its sovereignty over the Sahara.

The message, addressed from Trump’s Florida office and shared through diplomatic channels, reiterated the historic 2020 U.S. recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Western Sahara—a policy cornerstone during his administration—and praised Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as the “only realistic and lasting solution to the regional dispute.”

“The United States continues to stand firmly with Morocco,” Trump wrote. “We proudly recognize Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara and remain committed to your Autonomy Proposal as the only basis for a just and enduring solution.”

Trump’s comments mark one of the most explicit endorsements of Morocco’s position on the Sahara conflict from a senior American figure since the initial U.S. recognition in December 2020. That landmark decision—formalized during Trump’s presidency—shifted decades of U.S. foreign policy and was widely seen as a geopolitical turning point in North Africa.

A Legacy of Strategic Alliance

Trump praised King Mohammed VI’s leadership, describing Morocco as “America’s oldest ally” and “a trusted, reliable partner” in advancing shared democratic values, counterterrorism efforts, and regional diplomacy, including through the Abraham Accords, which normalized ties between Morocco and Israel.

“Under Your Majesty’s visionary leadership, Morocco continues to promote peace and prosperity in the region,” Trump stated. “We look forward to continuing our collaboration to ensure stability, security, and opportunity for future generations.”

The statement reinforced the unique strategic relationship between Rabat and Washington, built on a foundation of mutual respect, historic ties, and cooperation on issues ranging from counter-extremism and climate resilience to trade, education, and technology transfer.

The Broader Significance

Trump’s message comes at a time of growing international debate over the future of Western Sahara, as several African, Arab, and Latin American nations align with Morocco’s territorial claims. The Kingdom’s 2007 Autonomy Initiative—which proposes self-governance under Moroccan sovereignty—has gained increasing global support as a pragmatic compromise in the face of decades of stalemate.

“When a former U.S. President reasserts recognition of Moroccan sovereignty, it sends a clear signal of continuity, credibility, and strategic alignment,” said Dr. Laila Benaïssa, a Moroccan political analyst and professor of international law. “It strengthens Morocco’s diplomatic hand on the international stage.”

The Trump message also drew attention to ongoing U.S.-Morocco cooperation in economic development, cultural exchange, and defense—areas that continue to deepen under both Republican and Democratic administrations.