Number: RS21579
Title: Morocco: Current Issues
Authors: Carol Migdalovitz, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division 
Abstract: The Bush Administration views Morocco as a moderate Arab regime, an ally against terrorism, and a free trade partner. King Mohammed VI retains supreme power but has taken incremental liberalizing steps. Since 9/11, Moroccan expatriates have been implicated in international terrorism, and Morocco has suffered terror attacks. Counterterror measures may be setting back progress in human rights. Morocco's foreign policy focuses largely on Europe, particularly France and Spain, and the United States.
Pages: 6
Date: December 4, 2008