Morocco has been ruled by Berber dynasties since antiquity. The Alaouite dynasty, the current Moroccan dynasty, has been in power since 1666.

In 1912, the French protectorate was established in Morocco and the monarchy was maintained under French control.

After Morocco’s independence in 1956, King Mohammed V was restored to the throne and he is considered a symbol of national resistance.

After the death of Mohammed V in 1961, his son Hassan II succeeded him and reigned until 1999. Under his reign, Morocco experienced economic and political modernization.

In 1999, King Hassan II died and was succeeded by his son, King Mohammed VI. Under his reign, Morocco has continued to modernize its economy and improve human rights, but political and economic problems persist.

Today, the Moroccan monarchy remains in power and King Mohammed VI is considered the most powerful political leader in the country. The monarchy remains a key element of Morocco’s political stability and a symbol of the country’s historical and cultural continuity.

The Alaouite dynasty is a Berber dynasty that began in 1666 and is still in power in Morocco today. It was founded by Moulay al-Rashid.

Over the centuries, the Alaouite dynasty has maintained power despite internal and external threats, such as French and Spanish invasions.

In the 20th century, the Alaouite dynasty competed with nationalist movements and demands for independence. However, the dynasty was able to maintain its authority and retain its power after Morocco’s independence in 1956.

Over the decades, the Alaouite kings have modernized Morocco in terms of economy, politics and human rights.

Today, King Mohammed VI is considered the most powerful political leader in the country and the Alaouite dynasty remains a key element of Morocco’s political stability.

In summary, the Alaouite dynasty is a historic and influential dynasty in Morocco, which has maintained its authority over the centuries and has modernized the country in various areas.

Here is the list of the kings of Morocco from the founding of the Alaouite dynasty in 1666 until today:

  • Moulay al-Rashid (1666-1672)
  • Moulay Ismail (1672-1727)
  • Moulay Abdallah (1728-1729)
  • Moulay Ahmad (1729-1747)
  • Moulay Abd al-Rahman (1748-1790)
  • Moulay Slimane (1792-1822)
  • Moulay Abdullah (1822-1831)
  • Moulay Abd al-Rahman (1822-1859)
  • Moulay Hassan I (1873-1894)
  • Moulay Abdelaziz (1894-1908)
  • Moulay Hafid (1908-1912)
  • Moulay Yusuf (1912-1927)
  • Moulay Mohammed V (1927-1961)
  • Moulay Hassan II (1961-1999)
  • Mohammed VI (since 1999)

This list does not include sultans or claimants who exercised limited or temporary power in Morocco during periods of unrest or internal conflicts.