Philip Rapoport 01/27/2021
Muslims and Jews of Moroccan origin in the United States praise their shared history, and hail the US decision to recognize Moroccan sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region.
Prominent groups representing the Moroccan American community are celebrating the partial normalization agreement between Israel and Morocco a deal that permits direct flights between the two nations and promotes increased business ventures.
Alexander Rhalimi, president of the largest non-governmental organization representing Moroccan Americans, the Moroccan American Congress (MAC), said his group has high hopes for the December 10 pact.
“This deal will lead to more opportunities for both Israel and Morocco, courtesy of the United States, and our organization celebrates the peace that accompanies this normalization,” he said.