Unprecedented Decision in the U.S. Congress to Celebrate the Long Friendship with Morocco

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A bill has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aimed at commemorating the 250th anniversary of Morocco’s historical relationship with the United States. This date will coincide with December 1, 2027, the day Morocco became the first country to officially recognize the United States. This bill marks a significant milestone in one of the oldest diplomatic relations in U.S. history.

The bill, proposed by Representatives Brad Schneider of Illinois and Joe Wilson of South Carolina, has been referred to the Foreign Affairs Committee for discussion. This decision reflects the depth of the relationship between the two countries and addresses several important aspects, ranging from the impact of Moroccan-American communities on cultural diversity in the U.S. to the strategic partnership in areas such as regional security, counterterrorism, and military coordination. It also highlights the free trade agreement that links the United States and Morocco, which is the only such agreement between the U.S. and an African country.

The bill also covers military cooperation between the two nations, including participation in joint military exercises such as “African Lion,” which help strengthen coordination between the armed forces of both countries. Finally, the bill emphasizes the importance of celebrating the 250th anniversary of this strategic relationship and expresses U.S. support for all efforts made in this context.

The bill is currently in the first stage of the legislative process, where it is set to be reviewed by the relevant committee before being presented to the House of Representatives or the Senate for broader discussion.