France has issued a €969 million arms export license to Morocco, according to official records and verified news reports. The license, which was approved by the French government, is believed to be linked to a contract with Thales, a major French defense electronics company.
The authorization was granted through France's interministerial commission for the study of war material exports (CIEEMG), which reviews each case individually. The license number and date have been confirmed in public procurement databases, though the specific equipment has not been disclosed.
Thales has not officially commented on the deal, but industry sources suggest the contract could involve air defense systems or radar technology. Morocco has been increasing its defense spending in recent years, and France remains a key supplier to the North African kingdom.
The license is part of a broader trend of French arms sales to Morocco, which have included naval vessels and fighter jets in the past. However, this particular license is notable for its size, ranking among the largest approved for Morocco in recent years.
No further details about the delivery timeline or specific systems have been released, as such information is typically classified under French export control rules.
