The country’s Defense Security Cooperation Agency described Morocco as a major force that continues to maintain the political stability and economy in North Africa. Rabat – The US State Department has approved Morocco’s military request to purchase ten air launched missiles and other military equipment for an estimated cost of $62 million. The statement explained that Morocco seeks to use the missiles on its “F-16, multi-role fighter aircraft to enhance its capabilities in effective defense of critical sea-lanes. Morocco received 62% of arms purchases between 2014 and 2018 from the US, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). In March, the US State Department approved another request from Morocco to purchase 25 armored vehicles from the DSCA, for $240 million.

Source: The North Africa Journal April 15, 2020 10:57 UTC