Eastern Caribbean States open consulate in Moroccan Sahara

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank plans Morocco and Algeria expansion

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC, the United Arab Emirates’ second-biggest shariah-compliant lender, is planning expansion in Africa markets to tap demand in countries with a large Muslim population. In Africa, The bank has “looked closely” at Algeria and Morocco, Chief Executive Officer Tirad Mahmoud told reporters. “We are actively visiting locations where we may be […]

Morocco Approves Law Protecting Women from Violence

Morocco has made a major stride forward for the rights of women with the new law passed by the Parliament, criminalizing harassment, aggression, sexual exploitation of women or their ill-treatment. Drafted five years ago, the text was adopted with a majority vote of 112, against 55 and one abstention. It provides for harsher penalties for […]

Morocco unveils national strategy to take global stage in green hydrogen industry

Morocco has spelled out its national strategy to become a global player in green hydrogen industry as of next year. The kingdom is poised to start the production and the export of green hydrogen by next year. To meet the target, authorities have identified a set of actions to be taken to achieve what they […]