Jordan–Morocco relations

Bilateral relations
Jordan–Morocco relations
Map indicating locations of Jordan and Morocco

Jordan
Morocco

Jordan and Morocco share a close relationship as both Jordan and Morocco are Arab countries. Both Jordan and Morocco share common royal relationship, Jordan is led by the Hashemites and Morocco is led by the Alaouites; and are perceived among the most liberal Kingdoms in the MENA. Jordan has an embassy in Rabat[1] and Morocco has an embassy in Amman.[2]

History and modern relations

Modern relationship between Jordan and Morocco was established in 20th century, when Jordan gained independence from Britain and Morocco regained independence from France and Spain. For most of 20th century, both Jordan and Morocco had together faced turbulent turmoils within each nations, notably pan-Arabist movements, attempts from assassinate[3][4] to overthrow the Governments[5] in both countries and their secret ties with Israel.[6][7] In spite of these hardships, however, King Hussein of Jordan and Hassan II of Morocco also overcame these turmoils at home. Two Kings were known for sharing a close and strong personal relationship, boosting alliance between two Royal families.[8] Two Kings also died on the same year at 1999, and received mourners from global communities and homelands.[9] Their sons, Abdullah II of Jordan and Mohammed VI of Morocco are also widely acclaimed celebrities in both countries.

In 2017, Abdullah II paid a visit to Morocco, received warm welcome from Mohammed VI.[10] On 27 March 2019, Mohammed VI received King Abdullah II for a working visit in Casablanca.[11]

Cooperations

Both countries, deemed to share close bond, share a very close cooperation ranged from political, economic to security ties.[12] Two countries are also invited to join the Gulf Cooperation Council headed by Saudi Arabia, a fellow monarchy.[13] The two nations also have a cautious relationship with Iran, which Jordan even voiced support to Morocco when Rabat cut tie with Tehran following accusations of Iran's support to Polisario in Western Sahara.[14]

During the Qatar crisis, Jordan and Morocco try to refrain from siding with anyone, both want to consolidate their role as neutral players and even voiced to solve it diplomatically, which didn't satisfy Mohammed Bin Salman, the energetic Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia.[15]

Diplomatic missions

Jordan Embassy

The Jordan embassy is located in Rabat.[16] Jordan has a consulate in Laayoune.[17][18]

Moroccan Embassy

The Moroccan embassy is located in Amman.[20]

  • Ambassador Naciri Sidi Mohamed Khalid[20]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Reference at jordan.gov.jo".
  2. ^ "سفارة مملكة المغرب".
  3. ^ "Morocco Executes 11 for Role in Plot to Assassinate Hassan". The New York Times. 14 January 1973.
  4. ^ "CIA Documents Show Gaddafi Attempted to Assassinate King Hassan II".
  5. ^ "1970: Civil war breaks out in Jordan". 17 September 1970.
  6. ^ "Jordan and Israel cooperated during Yom Kippur War, documents reveal".
  7. ^ Miller, Judith (23 July 1986). "Peres and Hassan in Talks; Syria Breaks Moroccan Ties". The New York Times.
  8. ^ "King Hussein of Jordan chats with Moroccan King Hassan II 13 March".
  9. ^ "Moroccan Jews mourn the passing of King Hassan II". 30 July 1999.
  10. ^ "Reference at allafrica.com".
  11. ^ "King Abdullah II of Jordan Arrives in Morocco for Friendship and Working Visit". Maroc.ma. 2019-03-28. Retrieved 2023-01-30.
  12. ^ "Jordan, Morocco agree further cooperation". 23 April 2016.
  13. ^ "Amid Turmoil, GCC Extends Invitation to Jordan and Morocco | Middle East Policy Council".
  14. ^ "Cutting ties with Iran : Jordan backs the Moroccan decision".
  15. ^ "Jordan is the new 'problem country' to join Qatar's chorus of dissent".
  16. ^ "Jordanian Diplomatic Missions Abroad". The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Retrieved 31 January 2022.
  17. ^ "Jordan opens consulate in Laayoune". The National.
  18. ^ "Jordan opens Consulate in Morocco's Laayoune". The Jordan News.
  19. ^ "Ghunaimat appointed Jordan's ambassador to Morocco". Jordan Times. 2021-09-02. Retrieved 2022-01-31.
  20. ^ a b "Annuaire". Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates. Retrieved 2022-01-31.