Morocco continues the modernization of its army and would like to acquire the K2 Black Panther battle tank, developed by South Korea’s Hyundai Rotem and considered one of the most advanced in the world.
Washington approved on Tuesday the sale of 600 portable Stinger anti-aircraft missiles to Morocco for an amount of 825 million dollars (730 million euros).
American manufacturer Lockheed Martin has announced the supply of F-16 fighter jets to Morocco, as well as Patriots and other long-range air defense systems.
Units of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) of Morocco and the Pakistani army began on Monday, at the Special Operations School in Cherat (northwest Pakistan), a joint military exercise. The objective is to strengthen their capabilities in unconventional warfare and counter-terrorism.
Algeria has reportedly started construction of a new air base near the border with Morocco. It will be mainly dedicated to troop transport aircraft and logistical needs.
Morocco continues to strengthen and modernize its army. It recently acquired the SpyX kamikaze drone from BlueBird Aero Systems, a subsidiary of Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and plans to produce it locally.
Two Moroccan soldiers lost their lives on March 30 in the Tagounite region, near the Algerian border, following an accident that occurred during an anti-drug operation, the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) confirmed.
Morocco is considering acquiring the Akash-NG air defense system, developed by India. This surface-to-air missile provides an effective solution against modern air threats such as drones and cruise missiles.
Morocco is strengthening its deterrence capability in a context of growing regional tensions. The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have just tested the operationality of the Israeli PULS multiple rocket launcher system recently acquired from the Israeli manufacturer Elbit Systems.
Indications suggest that Morocco is preparing to acquire launchers for the Patriot system in order to strengthen the defensive capabilities of the Royal Moroccan Air Force (FRA).
Who between Spain or Morocco has the most powerful army and would have the advantage in case of armed conflict? While Spain excels in technology and alliances, Morocco is investing in the modernization of its army.
Morocco plans to deploy army units specialized in electronic warfare systems in areas near Ceuta and Melilla. The objective is to strengthen defensive capabilities against possible attacks.