Rulers of Emirates congratulate King of Morocco on Throne Day, according to a statement from the Emirates News Agency. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan sent a personal message of congratulations to King Mohammed VI, wishing him good health and the Moroccan people continued progress. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, dispatched similar messages to the Moroccan monarch.
The Emirates News Agency reported that these annual greetings highlight the deep fraternal ties and mutual respect that have characterized relations between the United Arab Emirates and Morocco for decades. The messages expressed hopes for greater prosperity under the king’s leadership and for strengthened bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. Such exchanges occur regularly on the occasion, reflecting consistent high-level engagement between the two countries.
UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs data shows the volume of trade exchange between the two nations increased from $1.003 billion in 2022 to $1.3 billion in 2023. The ministry’s records place cumulative Emirati investments in Morocco at more than AED 50 billion by the end of 2021, accounting for a substantial portion of foreign direct investment inflows to the kingdom. These figures illustrate the expanding economic dimension of a relationship built on shared political and cultural foundations.
Throne Day is observed each year on July 30 to mark King Mohammed VI’s accession to the Moroccan throne in 1999. The national holiday typically includes a speech by the king addressing key issues of reform, development and regional stability. Moroccan authorities organize various events to celebrate the occasion, which holds symbolic importance for national unity.
The two countries have collaborated on initiatives in renewable energy, infrastructure and agriculture, building on their longstanding diplomatic alignment within Arab and Islamic organizations. A UAE Embassy in Rabat assessment noted that such partnerships contribute to mutual growth while addressing common regional challenges. Coordination between Abu Dhabi and Rabat has extended to humanitarian and developmental projects in recent years.
Other UAE rulers, including the Ruler of Sharjah, joined in conveying congratulations to the king on this national milestone for Morocco. The collective outreach from Emirati leadership reaffirms a commitment to nurturing alliances that support stability and prosperity across the region. This diplomatic tradition continues to serve as a cornerstone of the UAE’s foreign policy toward brotherly nations.
