Morocco and Mauritania held the fifth session of their Joint Military Commission in Rabat, focusing on defense cooperation and regional security. General Mohammed Berrid and his Mauritanian counterpart discussed border security and combating crime. The meeting emphasizes the importance of collaboration in addressing shared challenges and reaffirms their longstanding military partnership.
Morocco and Mauritania convened the fifth session of their Joint Military Commission in Rabat, emphasizing defense cooperation between the two nations. Initiated in January 2020, this annual meeting aims to enhance regional security amidst a landscape of shared challenges.
General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of the Armed Forces of Morocco, engaged with Mauritania’s Chief of Staff, Mokhtar Bolle Chaabane, to address critical issues such as border security, migration management, and combating cross-border crime. These discussions are vital for ensuring stability in the region.
Additionally, the Mauritanian delegation held talks with Abdellatif Loudiyi, Morocco’s Minister of National Defense, reinforcing both nations’ commitment to collaborative security measures. This partnership has its roots in military ties established since 1971, formalized through a memorandum of understanding in 2006 that led to the creation of the Joint Military Commission.
The recent session underscores the focus on border control and joint security initiatives. Furthermore, General Berrid’s prior meeting in November with Mauritania’s Minister of Defense, Hanena Ould Sidi, during the Marrakech Air Show, highlighted the ongoing military collaboration and exploration of new defense sector partnerships.
This meeting symbolizes the enduring military relationship between Morocco and Mauritania, reaffirming their commitment to address shared security threats and regional challenges effectively.
The fifth session of the Joint Military Commission between Morocco and Mauritania reflects a strong commitment to enhancing regional security and defense cooperation. The discussions covered crucial topics such as border security and countering cross-border crime, showcasing the depth of the military partnership initiated several decades ago. Continued dialogues and collaborations demonstrate a proactive approach to addressing shared challenges in the region.
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