Mauritania's Chief of Staff, General Mohamed Fal Ould Errais, recently attended the Marrakech International Defense, Aviation, and Space Exhibition. The event, which took place in Marrakech, Morocco, was attended by delegations from 27 countries, including a delegation from Israel. The exhibition concluded on Saturday after a four-day program of continuous activities and displays. General Ould Errais was invited by his Moroccan counterpart, General Mohamed Berrize.
According to the Mauritanian Army, General Ould Errais participated in the exhibition's opening ceremony and watched the air show that was held on the occasion. He also toured the exhibition's pavilions and visited several leading global defense companies. The Mauritanian Army stated that General Ould Errais was received by his Moroccan counterpart, and they reviewed the prospects of joint military cooperation and ways to develop it.
The Israeli Ministry of Defense confirmed that an Israeli delegation participated in the Marrakech Defense Exhibition 2026. This was the first official Israeli participation in the defense exhibition since the signing of the Abraham Accords. The Ministry stated that eight Israeli defense companies showcased advanced technologies that had been tested in combat zones.
Some of the prominent Israeli companies that participated in the exhibition include Elbit Systems, Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), and Rafael Advanced Defense Systems. General Ould Errais was accompanied by a delegation that included his office manager, Colonel Mohamed Razki Adi, and other senior military officials.
The Marrakech International Defense, Aviation, and Space Exhibition provided a platform for countries to showcase their defense capabilities and technologies. The event allowed for discussions on cooperation and development of joint military projects. General Ould Errais' participation in the exhibition highlights Mauritania's commitment to strengthening its military cooperation with other countries.
During his visit, General Ould Errais and his Moroccan counterpart discussed ways to enhance bilateral military cooperation. The two military leaders reviewed the current state of cooperation and explored new opportunities for collaboration. The meeting demonstrated the strong military ties between Mauritania and Morocco.
The participation of an Israeli delegation in the exhibition marked a significant development in Israel's relations with Arab countries. The event provided an opportunity for Israel to showcase its defense technologies to a wider audience. General Ould Errais' attendance at the exhibition underscores Mauritania's efforts to engage with other countries on defense and security issues.
Key points
- Mauritania's Chief of Staff attended the Marrakech International Defense, Aviation, and Space Exhibition.
- The exhibition was attended by delegations from 27 countries, including Israel.
- General Ould Errais discussed military cooperation with his Moroccan counterpart.
