U.S. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. reached out to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on Monday, extending his heartfelt condolences for the tragic loss of life resulting from the devastating earthquake that struck the North African nation on September 8. President Biden expressed his sympathy for the victims and their families, emphasizing the United States’ solidarity with Morocco during this challenging period. One of the key topics of discussion during the call was the United States’ commitment to supporting Morocco’s disaster response efforts. President Biden informed King Mohammed VI that the U.S. government had allocated $1 million in funding to aid relief activities in the earthquake-affected areas. Throughout their conversation, President Biden and King Mohammed VI expressed their shared determination to stand together during this crisis and beyond.
