RABAT, Feb. 8 (Xinhua) -- The Moroccan Prime Minister Saad Eddine El Othmani discussed here on Friday with Croatian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Marija Pejcinovic Buric to strengthen bilateral ties.

During their talks, the two officials hailed the friendly relations of the two sides and the longstanding cultural ties between the two peoples, according to a statement from the prime minister's office.

The two countries also reached a series of cooperation agreements in several fields, including health, tourism, training and defense.

El Othmani said the visit of the representatives of Croatian business leaders among Buric's delegation will offer a precious opportunity for important investment and partnership possibilities provided by the Moroccan economy.

The two sides also discussed several regional and international issues of common interest, including migration and the fight against extremism and terrorism.