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Rinkevics noted that Latvia was interested in strengthening the positions of its food producers and wood processing companies on the Moroccan market, since the interests of Latvian companies are to a great extent related to finding trade partners and importers in the region.
The Minister called on Morocco to sign an agreement on international road transport.
The Ministers also shared views on the relationship between Morocco and the European Union.
Rinkevics praised Morocco as a trustworthy partner and a stability factor in addressing the issues such as security and migration. The Minister expressed support for the EU-Morocco long-term partnership and cooperation in the areas of mutual interest. We appreciate Morocco’s return to the African Union, said Rinkevics and noted that the membership of that organization will enable the EU and Morocco to expand their cooperation in the African continent.
Morocco recognized Latvia’s independence on September 24, 1991, and diplomatic relations were established on October 5, 1992. The new Ambassador of Morocco to Latvia, Amina Bouayach, who resides in Stockholm, was accredited on February 7, 2017. The Non-Resident Ambassador of Latvia to Morocco, Imants Liegis, was accredited to Morocco on June 1, 2017.
