Morocco-Burkina Faso Strengthen Ties as Minister Conveys President Traoré’s Message to King Mohammed VI
Rabat, April 28, 2025 – In a significant diplomatic engagement, Burkina Faso’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Karamoko Jean Marie Traoré delivered a heartfelt message from President Ibrahim Traoré to His Majesty King Mohammed VI during an audience at the Royal Palace in Rabat.
A Message of African Brotherhood
“I conveyed the message of friendship and fraternity from His Excellency Captain Ibrahim Traoré, who holds special memories of Morocco from his training days here,” Minister Traoré told reporters following the meeting. The minister emphasized the deep personal connection between the Burkinabe leader and Morocco.
Sahel Region Ministers Gather in Rabat
The royal audience included not only Minister Traoré but also his counterparts from the Confederation of Sahel States (AES) – Mali’s Abdoulaye Diop and Niger’s Bakary Yaou Sangaré. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between Morocco and the Sahel nations, as well as broader regional collaboration.
Three Key Impressions from the Meeting
Minister Traoré highlighted three remarkable aspects of the encounter:
- His Majesty’s profound affection for Africa and its people
- The King’s exceptional understanding of Sahel region dynamics
- A genuine commitment to building new African partnerships
“These qualities made the audience particularly meaningful,” the minister noted, describing the meeting as an opportunity to receive “wise counsel from a cultured statesman.”
Appreciation for Morocco’s Regional Leadership
The Burkinabe official praised Morocco’s Atlantic Initiative, especially significant for landlocked nations during challenging economic times. “His Majesty’s vision for South-South cooperation has been transformative for our region,” Traoré stated.
The ministers departed the palace expressing great satisfaction with the productive discussions, which reinforced the growing ties between Morocco and Sahel nations.