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Relationship between the Kingdom of Morocco and the State of Palestine has been historically deep, yet complicated. Morocco has a consulate in Gaza while Palestine has an embassy in Rabat.
Morocco and Palestine share a common Arab heritage, where the Arabs from Levant brought Arabic language and Islam to North Africa, bringing Islam and Arabian/Levantine culture to the native North African population. [1] However, once the Arab Caliphates fell in 13th century due to Mongol conquest, histories of both countries diverged the same time: Morocco became the independent Arab-Berber Kingdom while Palestine would be exchanged between the Mamluks and the Persians, before finally annexed into the Ottoman territory for the next 400 years. The two later found themselves occupied by Spain, France, and Britain
When the European empires began to abandon their colonial possessions in the MENA after World War II, with Britain leaving Palestine in 1947, news about the 1948 Arab–Israeli War and the defeat of the Arab armies to the Jewish force had culminated into the anti-Jewish riots in Oujda and Jerada in solidarity with their Palestinian brethren, when Morocco was still a Franco-Spanish protectorate. [2] Hassan II commanded Moroccan troops to assist the Arab coalition in the Ramadan War in solidarity with Palestine. [3]
Meanwhile, Palestinians have shown greater sympathy to Morocco's neighbour and arch-rival Algeria and her ally Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic due to similar revolutionary ideology, which affected the relations with Morocco despite Moroccan population's general support for Palestinian cause. Early leaders of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) such as George Habash (who later founded Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine) and Nayef Hawatmeh encountered El-Ouali Mustapha Sayed and Brahim Ghali in 1970s, where he expressed support for Western Saharan struggle and Polisario against Morocco. [4] The rift between Morocco and the Palestinian nationalists almost widened when Hassan II sought to make a separate peace with Israel by hosting President Shimon Peres in 1986, but the Moroccan King subsequently backtracked from the original plan. [5] Following the end of Cold War, Morocco and Palestine entered two decades of relatively stable relations.
On 6 October 2023, at the beginning of the 2023 Israel–Hamas war, Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, has reaffirmed Morocco’s unwavering support for the Palestinian cause. [6] Thousands of Moroccans took it to the street to protest against Israeli occupation and to stand in solidarity with Palestine. [7] [8] Many Israeli flags were burned during the protest and many called to denounce the Israel–Morocco normalization agreement. [9] Many political parties called on the people to boycott Israeli products. [10] On 24 October 2023, King Mohammed VI instructed to send two military planes filled with humanitarian aid to Palestinian populations. [11] [12] Morocco provided water, food and medicine to Gaza in coordination with the Egyptian Red Crescent. [13] [14]
Humanitarian Cooperation
Morocco regularly launches humanitarian initiatives to support the Palestinian people, such as sending medical and food aid to the residents of Gaza and the West Bank. These initiatives are directed by King Mohammed VI, reflecting Morocco's enduring commitment to supporting Palestinians. On June 24, 2024, King Mohammed VI instructed the launch of a humanitarian operation aimed at providing medical assistance to the Palestinian population in Gaza. This aid comprises forty tons of medical supplies, including equipment for treating burns, emergency surgical and orthopedic supplies, and essential medicines. These medical materials are intended for both adults and young children. [15] [16] [17] [18] [19]
Political Relations
The political relations between Palestine and Morocco are characterized by their strength and robustness, grounded in deep historical ties and strong fraternal bonds. This cooperation spans various fields, with mutual official visits at different levels, enhancing dialogue and cooperation between the Palestinian and Moroccan leaderships. Invited by the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency, a Palestinian delegation made an official visit to the Kingdom of Morocco from June 26 to June 28, 2024. This visit is part of the ongoing cooperation and consultation between the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency and Palestinian partners to prioritize interventions in Jerusalem, particularly in light of recent developments. [20] [21] [22]
Saadeddine Othmani, sometimes translated as Saad Eddine el-Othmani, is a Moroccan politician. He served as the 16th prime minister of Morocco from 17 March 2017 to 7 October 2021. Previously he served as foreign minister from 2012 to 2013.
Botola Pro 2, commonly known as Botola 2, is the second division of the Moroccan football league, behind the Botola, the highest football league in Morocco. It features 16 teams across the country that compete for the top two positions in the competition which at the end of the season allows them promotion to the Botola. Each season as well, the 3 bottom teams are all relegated to the third-level, Division Nationale.
Pakistan–Palestine relations refer to the bilateral relations between the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and the State of Palestine. The Palestinian Authority established an embassy in Islamabad on 31 January 2017. Pakistan remains a staunch supporter of the proposal for the continuation of the Palestinian state, and in line with its pro-Palestinian approach, Pakistan does not recognize the State of Israel. However, former President Pervez Musharraf stated that Pakistan will recognize Israel if the latter withdraws its forces from some of the occupied territories and allows the remaining Palestinian land to continue to exist, within the Green Line that served as the international border between the occupation force, Israel, and the Palestine from the First Arab–Israeli War of 1948 to the Third Arab–Israeli War of 1967. Pakistan frequently provides various forms of humanitarian aid to the Palestinian Authority.
China–Palestine relations, also referred to as Sino–Palestinian relations, encompass the long bilateral relationship between China and Palestine dating back from the early years of the Cold War.
The Palestinian–Serbian relations are bilateral relations between the State of Palestine and the Republic of Serbia. Relations between Serbia and Palestine have been very close and friendly.
Egypt–Palestine relations are the bilateral relations between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the State of Palestine. Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser was a strong supporter of the Palestinian cause and he favored self-determination for the Palestinians. Although the Egyptian government has maintained a good relationship with Israel since the Camp David Accords, most Egyptians strongly resent Israel, and disapprove of the close relationship between the Israeli and Egyptian governments.
Relations between Indonesia and Palestine have been very close and friendly. Indonesia has refused to recognize the State of Israel until a peace agreement is reached between Israel and the State of Palestine. Indonesia has strongly stood up for the rights and freedoms of the Palestinians and has supported the struggles of the Palestinians.
India–Morocco relations are the bilateral ties between Morocco and India. Morocco has an embassy in New Delhi, and Consulates in Mumbai and Kolkata. India operates an embassy in Rabat. Both nations are part of the Non-Aligned Movement.
The alliance between Algeria and Palestine is strong and enduring. Algeria is a supporter of the Middle East peace process and it has no diplomatic relations with Israel.
Abdellatif Hammouchi is the head of the Moroccan national police directorate, the General Directorate for National Security or DGST as well as head of secret services, the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance or DGST.
Nasser Bourita is a Moroccan diplomat serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates since 5 April 2017.
Morocco–Saudi Arabia relations refers to the current and historical relations between the Kingdom of Morocco and Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Morocco has an embassy in Riyadh and Saudi Arabia has an embassy in Rabat.
Jordan–Palestine relations are strong, historical, bilateral relations.
Jordan and Morocco share a close relationship as both Jordan and Morocco are Arab countries. Both Jordan and Morocco share common royal relationship, Jordan is led by the Hashemites and Morocco is led by the Alaouites; and are perceived among the most liberal Kingdoms in the MENA. Jordan has an embassy in Rabat and Morocco has an embassy in Amman.
Official relations between the two countries of Palestine and the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic do not exist, being as neither country is fully recognised internationally. Despite this, there are informal connections.
Al-Quds Committee, also known by its affiliated arm name adopted in 1995, Bayt Mal Al Quds Agency, is an intergovernmental organization and one of the four standing committees of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation established in July 1975. It is focused on cultural, political, social, religious and human rights issues in Jerusalem caused by the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. Its principles are predominantly focused on the protection of Al-Aqsa, and cultural heritage of the city in addition to serving as an advocacy agency specialized in humanitarian and social works, concerning health, education housing children's as well as women's rights.
Bayt Mal Al Qods Acharif Agency (BMAQ), based in Rabat and created in 1998, is an agency whose mission is to preserve the cultural and historical heritage of the holy city of Al Quds and to support its populations. The Agency (BMAQ) reports to the Al Quds Committee, chaired by His Majesty Mohammed VI, King of Morocco.
Kyrgyzstan–Palestine relations refer to foreign relations between Kyrgyzstan and the State of Palestine.
The African Lion Maneuvers are joint military exercises held between the United States of America and the Kingdom of Morocco in the region of Tan-Tan, Morocco, which began in 2007.
Since the late 19th century, relations between Morocco and Italy have been marked by friendship and mutual cooperation. The first diplomatic mission was sent during the reign of Sultan Moulay Hassan I to King Vittorio Emanuele II of Italy in 1879.
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