How King Mohammed VI of Morocco Was the Only World Leader to Honor Trump with the Highest Medal Just One Day Before Leaving the White House
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In a pivotal moment in American political history following the 2020 elections, which saw Joe Biden emerge victorious, a wave of political shifts ensued. Many of Donald Trump’s close allies distanced themselves from him, with some even publicly mocking him. Among them was Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who did not miss an opportunity to ridicule Trump after years of strained relations.
However, amidst this volatile political climate, an extraordinary gesture came from King Mohammed VI of Morocco, who stood out as the only world leader to honor Trump in an unexpected and special way. Just one day before leaving the White House, King Mohammed VI awarded the former U.S. president Morocco’s highest medal, a move that no one had anticipated, especially given the wave of disapproval Trump faced from even his closest allies.
This remarkable diplomatic gesture served as a special recognition of Trump’s stance on Morocco, particularly his historic decision to support Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara. At a time when the U.S. administration was transitioning out of the White House and Trump was facing domestic and international challenges, King Mohammed VI chose to be the singular voice of loyalty, honoring the outgoing president.
Through this act, King Mohammed VI delivered a clear message to the world: international relations are not solely about narrow interests but can also be built on mutual respect and honoring commitments.
While the world distanced itself from Trump, Morocco expressed its appreciation for the decisions made by his administration, reflecting a flexible and pragmatic approach to dealing with political transitions on the global stage.
