264. Letter From President Reagan to King Hassan II of Morocco1
I have asked Secretary Weinberger to convey to you my best wishes and those of the American people. Secretary Weinberger’s visit to your country reflects my deep personal commitment to the strong and enduring friendship that binds our two nations.
Your courageous actions in recent months, particularly your historic meeting with then Prime Minister Peres,2 bear tribute to your statesmanship and visionary leadership. I also applaud your continuing commitment to our close bilateral security ties, a prime element of the partnership between our countries. The security and economic well-being of Morocco remain very important to the United States.
As Your Majesty is aware, the United States has entered an era of severe budgetary restraint, limiting our efforts to help our friends throughout the world. This situation, however, should bring us closer together to ensure that the limited assistance provided is used effectively to bolster Morocco’s security. The ongoing efforts of our Joint Military Commission are a critical part of this process.3
Your Majesty, I remain determined to do everything possible to preserve and enhance our friendship and solidify the bonds between our peoples and governments. I pray this letter finds you in good health.
Sincerely,
- Source: Reagan Library, Near East and South Asia Affairs Directorate, William J. Burns Files, Morocco (02/27/1985–02/25/1987). No classification marking.↩
- See Documents 247 and 259.↩
- See footnote 3, Document 262.↩