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The Washington Institute for Near east Policy warned that the EU’s decision to annul fisheries and agriculture deals, will push Rabat to foster commercial ties with the US, Russia, and China. The EU issued a politically-motivated verdict annulling fisheries and agricultural trade deals with Morocco because they included products originating from the Sahara territory. The […]
Morocco has become Africa’s top tourist destination with new record arrivals of 17.4 million tourists in 2024, the tourism ministry said. Arrivals were two years ahead of schedule or 20% higher compared with 2023, showing the country has turned the Covid-19 page thanks to major investments in its hospitality sector. Of all visitors, 51% were […]
Former French President Sarkozy remained defiant during his trial at a Paris court on Thursday (9 January), as he told the judges that the supposed illegal Libyan financing of his successful 2007 presidential bid was a “conspiracy,” stating “You will never find a single Libyan euro or cent in my campaign.” Sarkozy has gone on […]
Hundreds of Malians demonstrated this Friday in front of the Algerian Embassy in Bamako to protest against the political and military interference of the Algerian regime in their country’s domestic affairs. The peaceful demonstrators, all civilians, denounced Algeria’s actions which they said undermine Mali’s sovereignty and stability. They were waving banners with slogans saying: “No […]
A positive shift in the Spanish media’s stance on Morocco’s territorial integrity, as the Spanish press took a significant step by publishing a complete map of Morocco, including its southern provinces. This positive development is considered a clear victory for Moroccan diplomacy and highlights the success of Morocco’s ongoing efforts to defend its national sovereignty. […]
A delegation of French senators, currently visiting Morocco, shared their admiration for the development process in the Southern Provinces and the scale of ongoing projects, especially in the city of Dakhla. “We are impressed by the significance of the projects we have seen up close, as well as those presented to us in Dakhla,” said […]
A US delegation of experts, legal practitioners and academics met on Thursday in Rabat with Minister of Justice Abdellatif Ouahbi to gain insight into Morocco’s legal and judicial system. During the meeting, members of the delegation were briefed on the legal developments in Morocco, as well as the country’s judicial organization and the legal framework […]
The ongoing crisis in eastern Congo has reached a critical point as M23 rebels strengthen their grip on strategic locations, prompting Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame to advocate for direct negotiations between Congolese authorities and the militant group. The rebels have recently seized control of key towns, including Masisi, positioning themselves merely 80 kilometers from Goma, […]
Morocco is hosting “Combine 2025”, a premier talent-scouting event organized by the Basketball Africa League (BAL), this January 10-12 at the Ibn Yassine Sports Hall in Rabat. This event, bringing together 30 young basketball players from around the world, aims to scout talents for teams participating in the Basketball Africa League (BAL 2025). These emerging […]
Marrakech police arrested on Friday evening a French national wanted internationally for attempted murder. Carried out in coordination with Morocco’s General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance (DGST), the arrest was based on an international warrant issued by French judicial authorities. The 25-year-old suspect was in Morocco illegally and was apprehended during a routine search. A suspected […]