Morocco Strengthens Continental Security Role with New AU Council Term

Akhannouch described Morocco’s latest election as a sign of strengthened confidence among African partners, as the country continues to expand its diplomatic and security engagement within the African Union.

Agadir – Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch views Morocco’s latest election to the African Union’s Peace and Security Council as a growing continental trust in Morocco’s diplomatic and security role.

Akhannouch is representing King Mohammed VI at the AU Summit held on February 14-15, alongside other African leaders, discussing continental priorities such as the long-term strategic goals under Agenda 2063.

He said that the vote Morocco secured to join the AU reflects a recognition of Morocco’s continued engagement in supporting stability and conflict prevention across Africa.

The new mandate gives Morocco another term within the African Union’s Peace and Security Council, the body responsible for preventing, managing, and resolving conflicts across the continent.

The country secured the seat obtaining more than the required two-thirds majority with 34 votes for a two-year term.

This marks Morocco’s third time serving on the council since rejoining the African Union in 2017, following earlier mandates from 2018 to 2020 and from 2022 to 2025.

Akhannouch’s remarks during the summit

During the AU summit, Akhannouch underlined that Africa cannot reach its development ambitions if the continent continues to face instability, conflicts, and uncertainty, emphasizing that peace and stability remain essential conditions for achieving development across Africa.

In this context, he talked about the essential role of the African Union Peace and Security Council as a key mechanism for preventing and resolving crises, while helping create the stable environment needed for long-term, sustainable growth.

He also noted that, under the leadership of King Mohammed VI, Morocco has maintained a consistent and responsible engagement in African affairs. As a founding member of the Organization of African Unity, the country has remained firmly committed to promoting peace, security, and stability across the continent.

Morocco combines security efforts with development cooperation and dialogue. Linking peace, security, and development, has been a fundamental pillar of Morocco’s strategy in targeting African peace initiatives.