US Obangame Express 2021

Exhibition in Washington showcases Moroccan, Arab artistic creativity

An exhibition entitled “Arab Pop Art: Between East and West,” is held in the Washington-based Middle East Institute’s Art Gallery September 11 through January 23. The exhibition, sponsored by the Moroccan Embassy in the United States, showcases Moroccan and Arab artistic identities and cultural creativity as a universal language and bridge between nations. It shows […]

EU’s ‘cash for migrant control’ deals with Tunisia and Mauritania prove to be highly controversial

The European Union’s migration deals with Tunisia and Mauritania have proved to be controversial, with the former strongly criticized for fundamental rights violations of migrants stranded in the north African country, while the latter has not discouraged thousands of Africans from increasingly going through Mauritania to reach European shores. In July 2023, the EU signed […]

EBRD adopts new country strategy for Morocco

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a new strategy for Morocco for the 2024-2029 period after consultation with Moroccan authorities, the private sector, civil society, and shareholders. The Bank’s country strategy supports private-sector-led economy by enhancing competitiveness and promoting Morocco’s reform agenda. It also aims to strengthen social cohesion, reduce regional […]