A Talk by Dr. Karim Bejjit: Anglo–Moroccan Relations and the Embassy of Mohamed ben Haddū Al-Attar to the Court of King Charles II in 1682
On November 3, 2025, the Linguistic, Literary, Cultural & Interdisciplinary Studies Research Lab (LLCIS) hosted a captivating talk by Dr. Karim Bejjit (UAE) at the Faculty of Letters and Human Sciences, Tetouan.
In his lecture titled “Anglo–Moroccan Relations and the Embassy of Mohamed ben Haddū Al-Attar to the Court of King Charles II in 1682,” Dr. Bejjit explored a pivotal moment in early modern diplomacy that reflects Morocco’s significant role in seventeenth-century international relations. Drawing on historical records, portraits, and cultural representations, he offered deep insights into how this embassy shaped mutual perceptions and political exchanges between Morocco and England.
The talk sparked rich discussion among attendees, highlighting the enduring importance of revisiting historical encounters to understand cultural diplomacy and cross-Mediterranean relations better.
