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Russia Asks Morocco to Help Secure World Cup 2018

Russian security services asked Moroccan counter-terrorism body, the Central Bureau for Judicial Investigations, to contribute to efforts aiming to reinforce the security of the 2018 World Cup. The request is indicative of the growing expertise amassed by different Moroccan security services, which kept the country at bay in a region beset by turmoil and the […]

Rabat backs Riyadh’s bid to host World Expo 2030

Morocco has announced its decision to support the candidacy of Saudi Arabia for hosting World Expo 2030, the largest international exhibition bringing together countries, the private sector, civil society and the general public around interactive shows, workshops, conferences… The supportive stand was voiced by Moroccan foreign ministry, saying this reflects the strong distinguished ties existing […]

Sudan reopens Khartoum-Medani railway after four-year shutdown

Sudanese authorities have reopened the Khartoum-Medani railway line this Monday after a four-year suspension, following the completion of maintenance and rehabilitation works by the Sudan Railways Corporation. A ceremony was held in Wad Medani, the capital of Al-Gezira State, to mark the restoration of operations on the key railway route, which had been affected by […]