By combining local manufacturing and artificial intelligence, the Moroccan army gains a decisive edge in the drone race. Facing this combat-proven striking force, Spain struggles to deploy its own armed aircraft.
The recent elimination of the Polisario founder’s son confirms the rapid rise in power of the Royal Armed Forces. This cutting-edge technological deployment now sparks admiration and concern among Spanish military experts, forced to acknowledge their lag.
Lahbib Mohamed Abdelaziz, a rising figure and son of the former Polisario Front leader, has been killed. A drone attack destroyed his vehicle while he was preparing offensives against the Royal Armed Forces .
The African Lion 2026 military exercise transformed southern Morocco into a genuine technological laboratory. The US military deployed artificial intelligence systems and autonomous vehicles there, sketching the formidable face of tomorrow’s conflicts.
Morocco is massively accelerating its military acquisitions. With nearly 300 aircraft on order, the Kingdom is establishing itself today as the leading buyer of combat drones on the African continent, thus reshaping the region’s security balance.
Morocco is speeding up the development of its defense industry. The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have just ordered hundreds of loitering munitions from a local company, with the obligation to build a new factory on national territory.
Rabat is actively negotiating the acquisition of Barkan 3 autonomous ground vehicles from Ankara. This strategic initiative accelerates the modernization of Moroccan armed forces to secure borders, while reducing human exposure to fire.
Morocco is pursuing rapid military modernization by deploying a powerful air defense system . This strategic reinforcement near Rabat is drawing Spain’s attention as the regional balance undergoes significant change.
Morocco is moving beyond its role as a mere importer. The kingdom is accelerating its defense strategy by positioning itself as a future hub for military drone production in Africa, attracting global industry giants to its territory.
The drone manufacturer Delair is setting up its subsidiary "Delair Africa" in Morocco. This new Toulouse-based center in Rabat aims to strengthen its defense and security activities on a continent where the company has been operating for ten years.
At the African Land Forces Summit held in Rome on March 23 and 24, the United States announced the creation of a regional drone training center in Morocco. This strategic hub aims to strengthen continental security.
Morocco will soon become a manufacturer of military drones thanks to an integrated factory planned for 2026 in Benslimane. This partnership with the Turkish leader Baykar aims to produce and maintain the Akinci combat drone locally.