Philippe Lalliot Appointed French Ambassador to Morocco
France has officially appointed senior diplomat Philippe Lalliot as its new ambassador to Morocco, succeeding Christophe Lecourtier.
April 23, 2026
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Source: h24info.ma
France has officially appointed Philippe Lalliot as its new ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco. The appointment was confirmed by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. Lalliot, a senior career diplomat, will take up the post in Rabat.
He succeeds Christophe Lecourtier, who served as ambassador from 2021. Lecourtier is departing to become the Director General of the French Development Agency (AFD), a move that was separately confirmed by the French government.
Philippe Lalliot's career includes previous postings as France's ambassador to Serbia and to the United Nations in New York. His appointment comes at a time of ongoing diplomatic engagement between France and Morocco on various regional and bilateral issues.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Philippe Lalliot?
Philippe Lalliot is a senior French diplomat who previously served as ambassador to Serbia and France's permanent representative to the United Nations in New York.
Who did Philippe Lalliot replace as ambassador?
He replaced Christophe Lecourtier, who left the post to become the Director General of the French Development Agency (AFD).
When was this appointment made?
The appointment was confirmed by the French government in early 2026, with Lalliot taking up the post in Rabat subsequently.
