Donald Trump awards Mohammed VI the Legion of Merit
The outgoing US President awarded this distinction to the Moroccan monarch in the rank of Commander-in-Chief
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The outgoing US president, Donald Trump, awarded King Mohammed VI of Morocco the distinction of the Legion of Merit, in the rank of Commander-in-Chief, at a private ceremony, according to an official statement issued by the US White House Press Secretary.
The award, which is generally given to heads of state or government, recognises the efforts King Mohammed VI has made over the past two decades to promote the deep and lasting partnership between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States in all fields . The prize also values the monarch s personal vision and drive, including his decision to establish diplomatic ties with the state of Israel, which have helped to make positive prog