Othmani at UNGA sept 2018

US reiterates recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

The Trump administration has reiterated its recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara and reaffirmed that the autonomy plan represents the only basis for a just and lasting solution to the dispute. This came in a State Department statement following talks in Washington between foreign minister Nasser Bourita and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. “The […]

Morocco stops 400 migrants from storming into Ceuta

Moroccan authorities stopped some 400 migrants from jumping the fence surrounding the Spanish occupied enclave of Ceuta. Spanish authorities said that 150 migrants managed to enter the enclave in a major assault on the fence since the 2018 summer. Moroccan authorities said that 9 migrants were injured in the attempt and 90 others arrested. Morocco […]

Arab Summit, a Responsibility not a Privilege (FM)

“The Arab summit is a responsibility and not a privilege and must, therefore, bring added value and not be at the service of any agenda”. The remarks were made by Moroccan Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, at the 157th session of the Council of the Arab League Wednesday in Cairo. Bourita called for good preparation of […]