Morocco and Senegal have reaffirmed their alignment on key African priorities, underscoring a shared commitment to development, stability, and stronger South-South cooperation.
The announcement followed talks in Rabat between Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and Senegal’s Minister of African Integration, Foreign Affairs and Senegalese Abroad, Cheikh Niang.
In a joint statement, both governments praised the leadership of King Mohammed VI and President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, noting their efforts to promote peace, regional stability, and a form of Islam rooted in moderation and openness.
Officials said this convergence reflects the durability of the Rabat -Dakar partnership and a common ambition to advance Africa-focused initiatives.
The ministers reviewed progress on the Atlantic African States Process, a Moroccan-led platform that brings together more than 20 coastal nations.
They highlighted the strategic potential of the Atlantic corridor, stressing that stronger cooperation could help transform the region into a hub of shared growth – especially in energy, food security, health, environmental protection, and logistics.
Both sides also welcomed advances on the Nigeria – Morocco Gas Pipeline, describing it as a landmark project for Africa’s energy integration.
Senegal is expected to play a central role in the project’s first phase, including the segment linking Senegal to Mauritania before the pipeline extends northward.
In addition, the ministers reiterated support for a Royal Initiative aimed at providing landlocked Sahel countries with direct access to the Atlantic Ocean, an effort intended to boost regional integration and economic connectivity.
