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United States Continues Support for Morocco’s Earthquake Recovery Efforts

USAID’s partnership with UNICEF provides integrated social support services, including education, health, child protection, water, sanitation, and psychosocial support

More than a year after the devastating 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco’s High Atlas region, claiming nearly 3,000 lives and affecting hundreds of thousands, the United States remains committed to supporting Morocco’s recovery efforts. During a recent trip to Al Haouz province, U.S. Ambassador Puneet Talwar visited communities where the United…

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Disaster Management Exercise Maroc Mantlet 2024 Wraps up in Morocco  

This year’s edition of Maroc Mantlet centered around a simulated, large-scale earthquake in the vicinity of the 5th Naval Base, which provoked the series of events to drive the training modules

Soldiers, Airmen, Firefighters, and Emergency Medical Responders from the Utah National Guard trained with their Moroccan counterparts in disaster management operations, Sept. 9-20, 2024, in Kenitra, Tangier, and Ksar Sghir, Morocco. The exercise, known as Maroc Mantlet, is the premier annual disaster planning and preparedness exercise in the Kingdom. Along…

U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Morocco
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United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Opens Applications for Agribusiness Trade Mission to Casablanca

Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating should apply for consideration by Aug. 28

U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor will lead an agribusiness trade mission to Casablanca, Morocco, Dec. 2-5, 2024. Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating should apply for consideration by Aug. 28. “This mission presents a pivotal opportunity for U.S.…

U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Morocco
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U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Programs valued at $12.6 Million support Morocco-Led Earthquake Recovery efforts

The United States remains committed to working alongside Morocco to support its plan for reconstruction and development in the affected areas

The United States, through the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is supporting long-term Moroccan recovery efforts in communities devastated by the September 8 Al Haouz earthquake through programs valued at approximately $12.6 million. In the aftermath of the earthquake, which left over 2,960 people dead and 60,000 homes…

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United States (U.S.) Mission in Morocco’s first Alumni Summit Brought Together 400 Participants for a Day of Learning and Networking

The summit aims to create a platform for U.S. State Department program alumni to exchange ideas, showcase successful initiatives, and foster collaboration on pressing global issues

The first Alumni Summit of the U.S. Mission in Morocco brought together over 400 alumni of State Department programs in Morocco Saturday, January 27th, in Rabat. Participants engaged in a diverse program featuring 16 distinguished speakers, 16 Moroccan NGOs, discussion panels, workshops, and networking opportunities. The summit aims to create…

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First Lady Jill Biden visits a Marrakech Non-governmental Organization (NGO), highlights United States (U.S.) commitment to Moroccan women’s empowerment

During the visit, Dr. Biden met with the staff and participants of two programs funded by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

U.S. First Lady Jill Biden visited the Ennakhil Association, a Moroccan nonprofit organization in Marrakech, on Sunday, June 4, during her six-day trip through the Middle East and North Africa. The visit showcased the First Lady’s continued work to empower youth and women around the world and U.S. support for locally…

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The United States (U.S.) Department of State Announces Nonimmigrant Visa Fee Increases

The United States Embassy in Morocco informs local travelers that the Department of State published a Final Rule regarding increases to certain nonimmigrant visa application (NIV) processing fees

The Department of State is committed to facilitating legitimate travel to the United States for both immigrant and nonimmigrant travelers. The United States Embassy in Morocco informs local travelers that the Department of State published a Final Rule regarding increases to certain nonimmigrant visa application (NIV) processing fees:   The fee for visitor visas for business or tourism (B1/B2s…

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United States: Release of 2022 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices

The U.S. Mission in Morocco looks forward to the continued cooperation of the Government of Morocco and civil society partners in addressing these and other human rights issues

On March 20, the U.S. Department of State released the annual Country Reports on Human Rights Practices, which includes Morocco. The U.S. Mission in Morocco follows human rights throughout the country and works closely with the Government of Morocco, as well as with other partners such as the National Council on…

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United States, Morocco and Arab Civil Aviation Organization Host Aviation Security Conference in Marrakech

Throughout the week, aviation officials will share best practices about how to protect civilian aviation from a range of threats, including cyberattacks, drones, chemical and biological attacks, and explosives, among others

Top civilian aviation officials from more than 14 countries across the Middle East and Africa have gathered in Marrakech this week for a landmark conference on aviation security, organized by the Arab Civil Aviation Organization (ACAO), the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the government of Morocco.  Throughout the week,…

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United States (U.S.) Mission in Morocco Launches #She_Is_A_Scientist Campaign

The #She_Is_A_Scientist campaign aims to accelerate momentum in recognizing, highlighting, and celebrating the past, present, and future accomplishments of women and girls in STEM

U.S. Mission Morocco today announced the launch of #She_Is_A_Scientist campaign, which celebrates the achievements of incredibly talented Moroccan women and girls operating in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), who have participated in U.S. exchange programs.    Educational, cultural, and professional exchange programs are an essential part of the U.S.-Morocco relationship, allowing…