Morocco and France sign joint security action plan
Bilateral accord strengthens cooperation against organized crime; Morocco praised for counterterrorism role and support to global security
RABAT, Morocco (MNTV) — Morocco and France have signed a comprehensive joint action plan aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in security, particularly in combating transnational organized crime, the Moroccan General Directorate for National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGSN-DGST).
The agreement was signed in Rabat by Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, and French National Police Director General Louis Laugier, during an official visit by a high-level French delegation.
The delegation also included French Ambassador to Morocco Christophe Lecourtier and several senior officials from France’s National Police, reported Morocco World News.
According to a DGSN-DGST statement, the action plan outlines a common roadmap for confronting organized crime and enables the formation of joint working groups focused on fugitives, international warrants, and other transnational threats.
It also calls for expanded cooperation in training, operational coordination, intelligence exchange, and technical assistance.
Laugier praised Morocco’s security institutions for their continued support to France in confronting terrorism, securing public events, and tracking suspects involved in organized criminal activity.
He particularly thanked Morocco for its role in supporting French security ahead of the Paris Olympic Games.
France also expressed readiness to assist Moroccan law enforcement agencies as the Kingdom prepares to host major international events, including the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup.
As part of the visit, French Ambassador Lecourtier presented Hammouchi with the Legion of Honor at the rank of Officer — France’s highest distinction — in recognition of his leadership and Morocco’s contributions to international security cooperation.
French authorities said the honor reflects Morocco’s growing role in global counterterrorism efforts and the fight against organized crime.
The award follows Morocco’s increasing prominence within international security forums. Earlier this month, Interpol elected Morocco as Vice Chair of its Global Cybercrime Expert Group.
At the 92nd Interpol General Assembly in Glasgow last year, member states also voted Morocco into the role of Vice-President for Africa.
Interpol President Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi, during a recent visit to Morocco, described the Kingdom’s security system as “advanced, professional, and committed to human rights.” Morocco is set to host the 93rd Interpol General Assembly in Marrakech later this year.
The Rabat talks also focused on reviewing security cooperation and devising new tools for strengthening joint efforts to respond to regional and global security threats.
The intensified Morocco-France security partnership follows the strategic dialogue initiated in October 2024 by King Mohammed VI and French President Emmanuel Macron.
On Monday, Hammouchi reaffirmed DGSN’s commitment to combating environmental crimes, including those targeting forests, during a workshop in Kenitra. He emphasized the use of scientific tools and specialized training to enhance investigative capabilities.
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