UK Forum on Morocco

Tough times for Moroccan exporters in 2020

Exporting companies based in Morocco are facing enormous challenges to juggle the coronavirus impact due to a rise in the cost of risk emanating from orders cancellation, trade barriers and low demand. In the first three months this year, most of which was coronavirus-free, exports dropped 18% compared to the same period last year, according […]

Senegal, latest African country to open a consulate in Dakhla

Senegal has joined the club of African countries that have taken their recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara to a tangible consular level. Senegal, Morocco’s longstanding friend and ally, will open its consulate on Monday, Moroccan media said citing official sources. Senegal’s move in support of Morocco’s territorial integrity has a heavy weight on […]

Algeria kneels to Spain, accepts deported migrants in return for improved ties

The Algerian regime, which is reeling under growing international isolation, has agreed to take back thousands of illegal migrants from Spain to break the ice and mend relationship with Madrid. According to Spanish press reports, the Algerian authorities have received lately the first group of illegal migrants including minors following months of diplomatic brawl over […]