The fourth edition of the high-level meeting of Heads of Counter-Terrorism and Security Agencies in Africa, known as the «Marrakech Platform», opened on Tuesday in Agadir. The event is co-chaired by the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT). Held over two days, the meeting brings together around forty African intelligence and security services, along with some thirty delegations from the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and Asia attending as observers. Representatives from regional United Nations institutions are also taking part in the high-level discussions. Taking place in a security context marked by the persistence and evolution of terrorist threats across the continent, this year's meeting builds on the momentum of previous editions held in Marrakech (2022), Tangier (2023), and Fez (2024). The strong interest shown by both African countries and international partners underscores the Platform's growing importance. The Marrakech Platform has firmly established itself as a key forum for exchanging expertise, strengthening regional cooperation, and identifying capacity-building priorities in the fight against terrorism in Africa.
