The United States has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara by encouraging American companies to step up investment in the kingdom’s southern provinces.
Speaking in New York on Wednesday, US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said Washington was “actively encouraging US companies to invest in this region of Morocco.”
His remarks come as a continuation of the American position, first announced under the Trump administration, formally recognising Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara – a stance that has since been upheld by subsequent US governments.
Mr Landau met Morocco’s Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, where discussions centred on strengthening political, economic and security cooperation. He underlined the importance of economic diplomacy as a tool for regional growth and stability.
“We are pleased to support American companies that wish to establish themselves in the southern provinces, as part of an economic diplomacy focused on regional prosperity and stability,” he said.
The US official stressed that Washington remains committed to working alongside Rabat to “promote prosperity, peace, and stability in the region.”
Analysts say the move reinforces the strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States, while also lending international weight to Rabat’s autonomy initiative for the Sahara, which several allies have described as “serious and credible.”
The announcement is also viewed as a signal of confidence in Morocco’s economic potential, particularly in the southern provinces, where authorities hope investment will drive local development and strengthen regional integration.
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