Morocco’s military budget reached an unprecedented level in 2025. This increase reflects a regional arms buildup in North Africa, marked by persistent tensions with Algeria and purchases of Spanish equipment.
Italian defense giant Leonardo is attempting a major comeback in Morocco. Facing fierce international competition, the company is deploying a new strategy to win over the military establishment with cutting-edge aeronautical equipment.
Morocco is moving beyond its role as a mere importer. The kingdom is accelerating its defense strategy by positioning itself as a future hub for military drone production in Africa, attracting global industry giants to its territory.
Satellite images reveal the rapid construction of underground bunkers and hangars by the Algerian army near the Moroccan border. Algiers is adapting its strategy in the face of Rabat’s technological rise and its new precision missiles.
Morocco is beefing up its air surveillance capabilities. The Kingdom is betting on the American HADES system, a cutting-edge technology capable of flying at high altitude, to radically transform its defense and intelligence strategy in the region.
Morocco and India are launching a strategic industrial project near Ben Guerir for the assembly and maintenance of fighter jets. This partnership aims to modernize the F-16s and provide technological autonomy for the Kingdom as early as 2027.
The Royal Armed Forces are awaiting the delivery of a second unit of Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian combat helicopters . This deployment is part of a comprehensive modernization strategy aimed at equipping the Kingdom with state-of-the-art air capabilities.
At the African Land Forces Summit held in Rome on March 23 and 24, the United States announced the creation of a regional drone training center in Morocco. This strategic hub aims to strengthen continental security.
American expert Harrison Kass analyzes the air balance between Rabat and Algiers. Despite Algeria’s interest in the Russian Su-57, Morocco preserves a strategic advantage thanks to its modernized F-16s and its rigorous integration into NATO’s technological standards.
The former Chief of Defense Staff of Spain has publicly designated Morocco as the main threat to his country. The military officer took advantage of a recent interview to deliver an unfiltered strategic analysis.
Morocco has consolidated its position as the leader of arms imports in Africa for the period 2021-2025. Surpassing Algeria, the kingdom is diversifying its military partnerships in a continental context marked by an overall decline in arms acquisitions.
The Moroccan defense industry is taking a new step forward. The local subsidiary of the Indian company Metlonics has announced the production of twenty hulls for the WhAP 8x8 armored vehicles , assembled near Casablanca for the Royal Armed Forces.