Tel Aviv / Rabat: On behalf of Defence Minister Israel Katz, a delegation led by the Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defence (IMOD), Maj Gen (Res.) Amir Baram met with senior officials of the Moroccan defence establishment, including the Minister Delegate in charge of the National Defence Administration, the Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces, and additional senior officials from the Royal Palace and the intelligence services.
Since the renewal of diplomatic relations in 2020 and the signing of the defence MoU in November 2021, security ties between Israel and Morocco have grown significantly, including throughout the three years of war. Israel’s defence industries are highly regarded in Morocco, and most defence deals with Morocco are executed under government-to-government (G2G) agreements led by IMOD. Israeli defence industries are also supporting the establishment of an independent Moroccan defence industry through joint ventures and offset agreements.
The delegation also includes IDF representatives. The Royal Moroccan Armed Forces (FAR) and the IDF have developed ties, including joint training across a range of fields.
During the visit, the Director General will inaugurate the permanent premises of the Defence Attaché Office in Rabat, headed by Col Sharon Itach, Israel’s first permanent Defence Attaché to Morocco.
The Director General’s visit to Morocco reflects the Israel Ministry of Defence’s strategy to deepen defence cooperation with friendly nations and expand defence exports to strengthen the IDF’s force buildup, influence foreign policy, and bolster the Israeli defence industry and economy.
Director General of the Israel Ministry of Defence, Maj Gen (Res.) Amir Baram, said, “Morocco is not just another defence partner. It is much more than that. Over the years, we have built a strong relationship founded on trust, mutual respect, Jewish heritage, and deep historical ties between our peoples. We intend to continue advancing the relationship between our countries to new heights.”
