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As the United Nations Security Council prepared to vote on a pivotal resolution endorsing Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara, Algeria launched a last-minute diplomatic offensive to alter the language of the U.S.-drafted text. The resolution, which framed Morocco’s autonomy initiative as basis for negotiations was met with unprecedented activism by Algiers which proposed amendments […]
On Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the European Union, alongside France, Lithuania, and Denmark, has called for urgent de-escalation in Sudan following the Rapid Support Forces’ (RSF) capture of El-Fasher, the capital of the Darfur region. In a joint statement, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Commissioner Hadja Lahbib condemned the targeting of civilians based […]
The UN Security Council will vote this Oct 31 on a resolution that calls for the parties to negotiate on the basis of Morocco’s autonomy plan as the conflict nears its 50th anniversary. Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal, first submitted in 2007, is described in the resolution as a “most feasible” basis for a just, lasting, and […]
Libya’s National Oil Corporation (NOC) has announced a significant new oil discovery in the Sirte Basin, located in central Libya. The find was made by the Austrian energy company OMV through its Libyan branch, marking the firm’s first exploration activity in the region. According to the NOC’s statement released on Wednesday, October 29, preliminary tests […]
The 6th Global Conference on the Elimination of Child Labor will be held in Morocco from 11 to 13 February 2026 to discuss solutions and agree on urgent, concrete actions to eliminate child labor globally. The announcement was made Thursday by the International Labour Organization. The Conference will bring together governments, employers’ and workers’ organizations, […]
A delegation representing several Spanish aerospace companies from Seville and Cadiz visited lately Casablanca to explore the investment opportunities offered in the Kingdom’s aeronautic sector, generating annual revenue exceeding $ 2.8 billion. The Spanish trade mission was organized by Andalucía TRADE, Andalucía Aerospace and Moroccan grouping of aeronautical & space industries (GIMAS) to strengthen business […]
France’s National Assembly on Thursday Oct. 30 adopted a resolution calling on the government to repeal the controversial 1968 agreement with Algiers that facilitates Algerian immigration to France. The text, tabled by the far-right National Rally (RN) was narrowly approved by 185 votes to 184. It is the first legislative victory for Marine Le Pen’s […]
France’s National Assembly on Thursday adopted a resolution calling on the government to repeal the controversial 1968 agreement with Algiers that facilitates Algerian immigration to France. The text, tabled by the far-right National Rally (RN) was approved by 185 votes to 184. It is the first legislative victory for Marine Le Pen’s party. The non-bidding […]
Morocco’s industrial sector marked a historic breakthrough in 2024, generating 898 billion dirhams in revenue and achieving a record 30% increase in investment, industry and trade minister, Ryad Mezzour said. Speaking at the presentation of the Industry barometer, Mezzour said 2024 was “a decisive turning point” in Morocco’s industrial development. He emphasized the sector’s growing […]
The Moroccan government and Renault Group have signed an amendment to their existing investment agreement, marking a significant new chapter in the strategic partnership between the Kingdom and the French automotive manufacturer. Under the agreement, signed in Rabat, Renault will expand its operations to open its platforms to more hybrid and electric car production. Renault […]