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The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) issued stamps on 26 November to commemorate World Sustainable Transport Day featuring six high-speed trains, including Al Boraq operated by Morocco’s national railway company. “Al Boraq”, the first of its kind in Africa, links the industrial hubs of Tangier to Casablanca through Kénitra and Rabat. The train travels at […]
The World Bank has approved a $250 million loan to help Morocco improve solid waste management which is facing environmental and financial challenges. Moroccan cities are home to more than 60 percent of the population and are key engines of growth for the country. Municipal solid waste management has been among the Government of Morocco’s […]
Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Eduardo Martinez-Acha Vasquez has expresses high esteem for the royal message that King Mohammed VI had addressed to President of Panama José Raul Mulino, after the Latin American country decided to suspend all recognition of the so-called “sadr”, a decision that opens a new page in bilateral relations. This came at […]
Hungary has joined its voice to the supporters of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara as it expressed its support for the Kingdom’s efforts to resolve the Sahara issue and backing to the Autonomy Plan, presented in 2007, as “the most credible basis” to resolve this dispute. This position was expressed by Hungary in the Joint […]
Morocco and Japan are poised to foster their investment ties under an agreement signed this Wednesday in Tokyo. The deal sets the stage for deeper economic relations between the two countries, opens fresh opportunities for collaboration, and facilitates the exchange of expertise and best practices. The agreement was signed by Moroccan Minister in charge of […]
Libya is seeking to address the pressing issues related to Libyan nationals detained in foreign prisons, with focus on their status and welfare. To this end, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted in Tripoli, on Tuesday, a meeting that was attended by officials from the Ministry of Justice. The meeting reviewed detailed databases of cases […]
Chad intensifies military operations across the Lake Chad Basin as regional cooperation falters in the fight against insurgency. Defense forces report significant victories against militant groups, claiming the elimination of approximately one hundred fighters following a devastating October attack that claimed forty soldiers. Provincial authorities assert complete clearance of militant presence from Chadian territory, highlighting […]
South Africa’s Constitutional Court faces increasing pressure to address impropriety allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa. Opposition parties demand reinstatement of impeachment proceedings regarding substantial foreign currency discovered at his private ranch, an incident that reignited debates about governmental transparency and accountability. The Economic Freedom Fighters and African Transformation Movement seek judicial intervention to override a […]
King Mohammed VI has pleaded for a return to the negotiating table between Palestinians and Israelis, as the only way to put a final end to the conflict and achieve security and stability in the Middle East region, while reiterating that Morocco supports all constructive initiatives aimed at finding practical solutions to achieve a permanent […]
King Mohammed VI has deplored the tragic situation in Palestinian territories, which requires a decisive action for achieving an immediate, comprehensive, and Sustainable ceasefire. The tragic situation in the Palestinian territories, especially in the Gaza Strip, and the related regional and international challenges call out to the conscience of the world and require decisive action […]