Morocco-Algeria: towards an escalation of tensions with the return of Trump?

The return of President-elect of the United States Donald Trump could cause an intensification of tension and rivalry between Morocco and Algeria, potentially leading to a direct confrontation between the two countries, which are vying for hegemony in the Maghreb, which could harm Spain. At least that’s what experts familiar with international relations think.

The return of Donald Trump to the White House, from January 20, is causing concern. It is very likely that the president-elect of the United States will resurrect the plan to open a consulate in Dakhla, which, if it comes to fruition, could push Morocco to “increase pressure on Spain so that she makes similar gestures,” said Eduard Soler, professor of international relations at UAB.Infobae. However, he excludes the opening by Rabat of a consulate in what was a Spanish colony until 1975. The expert considers that other “gestures” could be sought, in particular the extension of the Cervantes Institute.