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Morocco and Algeria Ramp Up US Lobbying Spending
North African nations increase financial commitments to influence Washington policy
Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:47pm
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Morocco and Algeria have significantly increased their spending on lobbying efforts in the United States in recent years, signaling a growing recognition of Washington's influence on international affairs. Data reveals a clear escalation in financial commitments, raising questions about the strategic priorities driving these investments.
Why it matters
The surge in lobbying expenditure by Morocco and Algeria reflects their desire to shape US foreign policy, promote economic interests, and enhance their overall image within influential Washington circles. This trend is driven by ongoing regional conflicts, evolving global energy dynamics, and the strategic importance of North Africa to US interests.
The details
Morocco's lobbying budget in the US reached nearly $900,000 in 2025, a substantial increase from $520,000 in 2024, though still below the peak of $1.4 million in 2022. Algeria's lobbying spending experienced even more dramatic growth, surging from a mere $305 in 2022 to $247,000 in 2023 and $300,000 in 2025. This rapid increase includes Algeria's engagement with the BGR Group, a firm with strong ties to the Republican Party and Israel, to promote Algerian interests.
- Morocco's lobbying expenditure reached nearly $900,000 in 2025.
- Algeria's lobbying spending surged from $305 in 2022 to $247,000 in 2023 and $300,000 in 2025.
- Algeria signed a contract with the BGR Group in September 2024, extending to September 2026.
The players
Morocco
A North African country that has significantly increased its lobbying spending in the United States in recent years, likely driven by the ongoing Western Sahara dispute and a desire to secure continued US support.
Algeria
A North African country that has experienced a rapid surge in its lobbying spending in the US, particularly after engaging the BGR Group, a firm with strong ties to the Republican Party and Israel, to promote Algerian interests.
BGR Group
A lobbying firm with strong ties to the Republican Party and Israel, which was hired by Algeria in September 2024 to promote Algerian interests in the US.
What’s next
The trend of increased lobbying spending by North African nations is likely to continue, driven by factors such as ongoing regional conflicts, evolving global energy dynamics, and the strategic importance of North Africa to US interests. As competition for influence in Washington intensifies, it will be crucial to monitor the long-term impact of these lobbying efforts on US foreign policy and regional dynamics.
The takeaway
The surge in lobbying spending by Morocco and Algeria highlights the growing recognition of Washington's influence on international affairs. These investments reflect the countries' strategic priorities, including securing continued US support, strengthening energy partnerships, and enhancing their overall image within influential US policy circles.
