Rabat and Cairo align on regional strategy and security

Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita received his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdelatty, on Wednesday in Rabat. The visit, marked by warm diplomatic exchange, included the delivery of a written message from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi to His Majesty King Mohammed VI.

While the contents of the letter were not disclosed, the gesture underscores the depth of the bilateral relationship between the two North African nations.

During their meeting, the two ministers held in-depth discussions on a range of pressing regional issues. The ongoing war in Gaza featured prominently, as both Morocco and Egypt continue to play influential roles in efforts to broker a ceasefire and ensure humanitarian access to the besieged enclave. Rabat and Cairo emphasized the urgent need for a sustainable political solution based on the two-state model.

The talks also touched on the future of Gaza post-conflict, a question that remains fraught with geopolitical implications. Both ministers agreed on the importance of preserving Palestinian unity and avoiding further fragmentation, while encouraging international support for reconstruction efforts.

Another topic on the agenda was the Iranian nuclear file. As regional powers, Morocco and Egypt share concerns about the escalation of tensions linked to Iran’s nuclear ambitions and its broader influence across the Middle East. They reiterated the need for coordinated diplomatic efforts to ensure nuclear non-proliferation and regional stability.

The Maghreb region’s political landscape was also reviewed, with particular attention to Libya's fragile situation and the security challenges facing the Sahel. 

Bourita and Abdelatty discussed strategies to combat terrorism and transnational crime, noting the growing threat posed by extremist groups operating in unstable regions.

Economic cooperation was another key theme. Both ministers affirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and development partnerships. 

They highlighted the importance of the upcoming Moroccan-Egyptian Joint Commission, expected to focus on sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and digital transformation.

This meeting signals a reaffirmation of the historic ties between Morocco and Egypt, and a joint commitment to advancing Arab solidarity in a time of regional uncertainty.