Morocco
UAE Refutes Claims of Reducing Moroccan Police Officers, No Official Decision Made
The United Arab Emirates has formally denied reports of a likely reduction in the number of Moroccans serving in its police.
Topic
Defense - Armament
Morocco
Morocco Emerges as Mediterranean's 4th Strongest Naval Power, Outranking France and Spain
According to the GFP website, specialized in military affairs, the Kingdom of Morocco has the fourth largest naval power in the Mediterranean basin, surpassing Algeria, Spain and even France.
Morocco
US Cancels Naval Exercise with Morocco, Redirects Forces to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
Morocco will not benefit from the naval exercise "African Sea Lion 2020" with the US armed forces. This operation, whose launch was scheduled for January 8 in Agadir, has been canceled and the team redirected to the Middle East.
Spain
Spanish Shipbuilder Navantia Seeks Moroccan Contracts Amid Industry Challenges
Under the pressure of strong competition, particularly Russian, which is gradually sounding its decline, the Spanish shipbuilder, Navantia, is setting its sights on Morocco in order to obtain orders.
Morocco
UAE to Replace Moroccan Police Officers with Bangladeshis Amid Diplomatic Tensions
The United Arab Emirates is preparing to reduce the number of Moroccans serving in its police force to replace them with Bangladeshis.
Morocco
Morocco and Saudi Arabia Strengthen Military Ties in High-Level Rabat Meeting
Military cooperation was at the center of a meeting last Tuesday in Rabat between senior Moroccan and Saudi officers.
Morocco
US Approves $4.5 Billion Sale of Apache Helicopters and Missiles to Morocco
The United States Department of State has given Morocco the green light to acquire Apache AH-64 attack helicopters as well as several associated equipment including advanced "Hellfire and Stinger" missiles.
Morocco
Morocco Bolsters Search and Rescue Capabilities with Swiss Helicopter Acquisition
Five EC145 helicopters from the Swiss Air Rescue Guard (Rega) will soon land in the hands of the Royal Moroccan Gendarmerie . The reception of these aircraft will take place this week. This acquisition aims to strengthen the capabilities of the Royal Gendarmerie.
Morocco
Morocco Relocates Military Barracks to Combat Urban Housing Shortage
One hundred barracks are in the process of being moved to the suburbs. This action is part of the program to fight against substandard housing.
Morocco
Morocco to Acquire Russian Anti-Drone Systems for Border Security
Electronic systems will be acquired by Morocco to protect its vital installations and borders from any potential terrorist threat by drones, according to the proposal of Rosoboronexport, the Russian public agency in charge of arms exports.
Morocco
Morocco Trains Over 800 Foreign Troops, Mostly from Sub-Saharan Africa
The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have contributed to the training of more than 800 foreign soldiers since the beginning of the year.
Morocco
Morocco Allocates $80 Million for Mandatory Military Service Program in 2020
770 million dirhams will be spent in 2020 for military service, according to the Minister of Defense, who took the opportunity to lift the veil on the expenses related to this reform launched last year.