On June 10, 2026, the US Embassy in Rabat commemorated the 250th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Morocco. The event highlighted the historic Treaty of Peace and Friendship, signed in 1786, which made Morocco the first country to recognize the newly independent United States.
Ambassador Puneet Talwar, in a statement, emphasized the enduring partnership, noting that the relationship has spanned over two centuries of cooperation in trade, security, and cultural exchange. The celebration included a ceremony at the embassy, attended by Moroccan officials and American diplomats.
Morocco and the US have maintained uninterrupted diplomatic ties since 1786, with the treaty still in effect today. The anniversary underscores the strategic alliance, particularly in counterterrorism and economic development.
