On August 2, 2026, Morocco officially renamed the Tiznit-Dakhla highway as the "Donald J. Trump Highway," a move announced by the Moroccan Ministry of Equipment and Water. The highway, which stretches approximately 1,055 kilometers along the Atlantic coast, connects the southern city of Tiznit to Dakhla in the Western Sahara region.
The naming ceremony was attended by Moroccan officials and representatives from the US government. The decision reflects the strong diplomatic relationship between Morocco and the United States, particularly following the US recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in December 2020, a policy maintained under subsequent administrations.
Moroccan King Mohammed VI and former President Trump have shared a close rapport, with the highway naming seen as a gesture of mutual respect. The project, which began in 2016, is part of Morocco's broader infrastructure development plan for the southern provinces, aiming to boost economic integration and connectivity.
The highway is expected to significantly reduce travel time and facilitate trade, linking key economic hubs and supporting the region's development. The renaming has been met with mixed reactions, with some celebrating the symbolic gesture while others question the political implications.
