Rabat [Morocco], September 22 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday paid homage to late Kings Mohammed V and Hassan II at the Royal Mausoleum in Rabat.
In a post on X, the Defence Minister’s Office stated, “Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid homage to the revered Monarchs HM Late King Mohammed V and HM Late King Hassan II of the Kingdom of Morocco at the Royal Mausoleum in Rabat.”
Earlier in the day, Singh interacted with the Indian community in Rabat. On X, he wrote, “Delighted to interact with the Indian community in Rabat. Lauded their hard work and dedication that defines the Indian community across the world. It is praiseworthy how they are contributing to Morocco’s progress and at the same time remain connected to their roots in India.”
Singh had previously highlighted India’s rising stature before the international community during his two-day official visit. “I am delighted to note that you can sense the rise in stature of India before the international community… Earlier, when India spoke on an international forum, it wasn’t taken as seriously as it should have been. Today, when India speaks on an international forum, the entire world takes note of it and listens… This wasn’t the situation earlier. Despite all geopolitical and global challenges, India is one of the fastest-growing major economies,” he said during an interaction with the Indian diaspora.
The Defence Minister is also scheduled to hold discussions with his counterpart Abdeltif Loudiyi to further strengthen bilateral ties in defense and strategic cooperation. India and Morocco are expected to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the field of defense.
Rajnath Singh arrived in Morocco on Sunday for a two-day official visit, marking the first-ever trip by an Indian Defence Minister to the country. He was received at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport by the Head Wali of the Military Command of Casablanca and the Indian Ambassador to Morocco, Sanjay Rana. Members of the Indian community, including the President of the Indian Association, also turned out in large numbers to extend a warm welcome to the minister. (ANI)
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