King Mohammed VI of Morocco appointed his son, Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, to a strategic position within the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The 22-year-old heir to the throne was named coordinator of the offices and services of the general staff, according to a statement from the Royal Cabinet.
The appointment, reported by the official MAP news agency, places the prince in a key role overseeing administrative and operational coordination within the military command structure. The position is considered highly strategic, though specific responsibilities have not been detailed publicly.
Moulay El Hassan, born on May 8, 2003, has been groomed for leadership, having graduated from the Royal Military Academy of Meknes in 2024. He has also participated in several official engagements alongside his father, including military ceremonies and state visits.
This move is seen as part of a gradual preparation for the prince's future role as commander-in-chief of the armed forces, a position traditionally held by the Moroccan monarch. The appointment was widely covered in Moroccan and international media.
