Rabat: The Tiznit-Dakhla expressway, now officially named the 'Donald J. Trump Highway,' stands as a testament to the significant strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States. This highway, a vital component of Morocco's Atlantic corridor, aligns with the vision to transform the Atlantic coast into a space for development, cooperation, and shared prosperity with African nations.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the naming of this road after President Donald J. Trump is not merely a national infrastructure project but a strategic initiative promoting economic complementarity in West Africa. This initiative is part of the major Atlantic projects led by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, reflecting the strong partnership between Morocco and the United States.
The naming further highlights the exceptional relations between King Mohammed VI and President Donald J. Trump. In a message during the Glorious Throne Day celebrations, Trump emphasized the enduring friendship and mutual respect between the two nations, celebrating 250 years of American history with Morocco. The American President reiterated the US recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, endorsing Morocco's autonomy proposal as the foundation for a lasting solution.
The 'Donald J. Trump Highway' exemplifies the depth of Morocco-US relations. In a letter dated July 2, 2026, King Mohammed VI informed President Trump of the decision to name the expressway in his honor, acknowledging the vigorous and fruitful relations during Trump's presidency. The King expressed that Trump's recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara marked a significant boost to bilateral ties.
The highway, stretching over 1,055 kilometers, is Africa's longest road infrastructure, linking the north and south of Morocco and connecting Europe to Africa. It symbolizes the unification of Morocco and the strengthened relations between the two nations under Trump's leadership. President Trump expressed gratitude for this honor in a message on Truth Social, expressing hope to travel the highway soon.
The 'Donald J. Trump Highway' is a pivotal structural project in Morocco's Southern Provinces. This project enhances the strategic partnership between the two countries, a relationship that has grown stronger under both leaders. Built to international standards, the expressway is part of a new development model for the Southern Provinces, launched by King Mohammed VI on the 40th anniversary of the Green March.
Connecting Tiznit to Dakhla, and passing through regions like Guelmim and LaSyoune, this expressway significantly reduces travel times and traffic disruptions, while facilitating the transport of people and goods. It is a path to peace for Morocco's prosperity and development, reinforcing Morocco's role as an engine of development for Africa and a logistics hub facilitating trade between Europe and the continent.