Strengthening International Ties: Morocco’s Security Chief Awarded France’s Highest Honor
In a powerful display of Franco-Moroccan collaboration, Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of Morocco’s National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGST), was recently awarded the prestigious Gold Medal of Honor by the French National Police. This exceptional honor, published in the French Official Gazette on August 5th, 2024, recognizes Hammouchi’s outstanding contributions to international security and his pivotal role in strengthening ties between the two france-olympics-bronze-morocco-video/” title=”Egypt Falls to France, Will Battle Morocco for Olympic Bronze (VIDEO)”>nations.
This accolade follows Hammouchi’s recent visit to France in June 2024, where he engaged in high-level discussions with key figures in the French security apparatus. These included Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin, Director General of Internal Security Céline Berton, Director General of External Security Nicolas Lerner, and Director General of the French National Police, Frédéric Veaux.
The talks focused on bolstering bilateral cooperation in combating terrorism and organized crime, two pressing global issues that transcend national borders. The discussions emphasized the importance of enhanced coordination, intelligence sharing, and operational collaboration to effectively address threats posed by extremist organizations and transnational criminal networks.
The timing of the meetings, held in the lead-up to the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, underscores the shared commitment to ensuring the safety and security of this major international event. Hammouchi and his French counterparts explored proactive risk assessment mechanisms and data exchange protocols to facilitate seamless cooperation during the Games.
This award not only recognizes Hammouchi’s individual achievements but also highlights the deep and enduring partnership between France and Morocco in the realm of security. As both nations face evolving security challenges, this collaboration serves as a model for international cooperation and a testament to the power of shared goals in fostering a safer world.
