‘US Stands With Morocco’, Ambassador Buchan III Says During New Consulate Opening

Author: Safaa KasraouiPublished on: May 1, 2026Country: Morocco

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‘US Stands With Morocco’, Ambassador Buchan III Says During New Consulate Opening

US Ambassador to Morocco Duke Buchan III inaugurated a new consulate in Casablanca, emphasizing the significance of US-Morocco relations. The consulate, built with a $350 million investment, contributed up to $100 million to Morocco's economy. Buchan III reaffirmed US support for Morocco's sovereignty, particularly regarding the Moroccan Sahara, and called for a swift resolution to the 50-year-old conflict.

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