Kuwait and Morocco: 65 Years of Brotherhood Renewed Across Time
Relations between Kuwait and the Kingdom of Morocco represent a solid model of Arab ties based on sincere brotherhood and mutual respect, spanning more than 65 years of political, economic, and humanitarian cooperation.
Since Kuwait’s independence in 1961, the Kingdom of Morocco was among the first countries to recognize the nascent state, launching a bilateral relationship characterized by stability and resilience. This partnership has successfully navigated various regional and international changes, thanks to shared political will and the historical bonds uniting the two brotherly peoples.
These relations enjoy direct patronage from His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Amir of the State of Kuwait, and his brother, King Mohammed VI of the Kingdom of Morocco, who consistently emphasize the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation and elevating it to broader horizons that serve common interests and strengthen joint Arab action.
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At the political level, the two countries maintain a high degree of coordination on various Arab and Islamic issues, driven by their belief in the importance of respecting state sovereignty, supporting security and stability, and enhancing Arab solidarity in the face of regional and international challenges.
Development cooperation is one of the most prominent pillars of Kuwaiti-Moroccan relations. The Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development was among the first development institutions to begin its activities in Morocco in 1964, continuing for over six decades to finance vital projects that contributed to supporting the Kingdom’s development trajectory.
Official data indicates that Morocco signed 36 loan agreements with the Kuwait Fund up to 2009, with a total value of approximately 382 million Kuwaiti dinars, allocated to finance strategic projects across various sectors.
The Fund continued its support for development projects, including contributing to the financing of the second phase of the Tangier-Casablanca high-speed rail project in 2017.
On the economic front, commercial and investment relations are witnessing notable development, with growing interest from the private sectors of both countries in tourism, real estate, renewable energy, logistics, and food industries. These figures reflect this growth: Moroccan exports to Kuwait rose to approximately 217 million Moroccan dirhams in 2023 and 2024, compared to 97 million dirhams in 2022. Furthermore, Moroccan exports to the Kuwaiti market recorded an additional growth of 7.1 percent in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year.
In recent years, the Kingdom of Morocco has achieved a renaissance, solidifying its position as one of the fastest-growing economies on the African continent, thanks to a development vision led by King Mohammed VI that focused on industrial development, infrastructure modernization, and promoting the transition toward a green economy.
Morocco has today become Africa’s largest car producer, boasting an industrial system comprising more than 250 companies specializing in automobile manufacturing and components, with a rapid shift toward electric vehicle and lithium battery production. In 2026, it was announced that the first major electric car battery factory in Africa would be funded, with initial investments totaling approximately $1.3 billion.
Morocco has also strengthened its logistical standing through the Tanger Med Port, which has become the largest port in the Mediterranean, with a capacity of 11 million containers annually, connected to more than 180 ports in 70 countries worldwide.
On the infrastructure front, Morocco has continued to develop its highway network, railways, and high-speed train system (Al Boraq), alongside launching new projects to expand its high-speed rail network.
In the energy sector, Morocco is consolidating its position as one of the region’s pioneers in renewable energy, targeting clean energy sources to account for 52 percent of installed electricity capacity by 2030. This includes the continued operation and expansion of the Noor Ouarzazate Solar Complex, one of the world’s largest solar installations, as well as investments in wind and green hydrogen projects. These efforts enhance the Kingdom’s attractiveness to international investment and reinforce its role as a regional hub for clean energy industry and logistics.
Relations between the two countries extend beyond political and economic dimensions to encompass close human, cultural, and social ties. Kuwait hosts a Moroccan community that is highly respected and has contributed its expertise to sectors such as education, health, engineering, and media. Meanwhile, Morocco remains a preferred tourist destination for Kuwaitis, thanks to its natural diversity, rich civilizational heritage, and stability.
Today, Kuwait and Morocco continue to strengthen their partnership across various fields, building on a long history of trust and cooperation.
An Egyptian writer
