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Morocco and the United Arab Emirates have discussed ways to enhance operational cooperation to address regional and global security challenges and threats, notably the risks of terrorism and extremism in global conflict zones. This came at a meeting in Abu Dhabi between Director General of Morocco’s National Police (DGSN-DGST) Abdellatif Hammouchi, who is on a […]
In recent months, Algerian state media and pro-regime commentators have intensified their rhetoric against Morocco, using the aftermath of the 2023 High Atlas earthquake as a political tool in a failed attempt to undermine the kingdom’s international profile. The new propaganda strategy lies in contrasting Morocco’s post-quake reconstruction efforts with its advanced preparations for hosting […]
Morocco’s Tanger Med port is gaining prominence as a key transshipment hub linking Asia, Europe, and Africa, as global trade routes shift under the pressure of geopolitical tensions, energy transition, and rising protectionism. The port’s operational efficiency and growing connectivity are positioning the Kingdom as a strategic logistics pivot at the crossroads of continents, according […]
Moroccan foreign minister Nasser Bourita met on Wednesday in New York with his peers from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Chad on the Royal initiative offering Atlantic access to these African landlocked countries. During this follow-up meeting, convened on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, the four African diplomats said the Royal […]
British fintech giant Revolut is in advanced negotiations with Bank Al-Maghrib as it seeks to establish a strategic foothold in Morocco, potentially positioning the country as its continental base for expansion across Africa. Speaking to reporters, governor of Morocco’s central bank Abdellatif Jouahri said the institution held technical meetings with Revolut’s representatives in June and […]
Morocco and Russia have discussed ways of strengthening maritime, aerial, and terrestrial connectivity between the two countries, at a meeting on the sidelines of the 42nd International Civil Aviation Organization Assembly, held in Montreal September 23-October 3. The meeting between Moroccan Transport and Logistics Minister Abdessamad Kayouh and Russian Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Poteshkin reviewed […]
In the evolving architecture of global alliances, the Morocco–India relationship stands out as a model of pragmatic diplomacy backed by concrete win-win projects and cooperation notably in the fields of defense, industry, and farming. Once distant players on opposite sides of Cold War-era ideological divides, the two nations have, over the past two decades, forged […]
Morocco echoed a growing coalition of African nations at the United Nations General Assembly this week, calling for a more equitable global order and stronger African representation in international decision-making. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, speaking on behalf of Morocco, emphasized that Africa is central to King Mohammed VI’s foreign policy vision, describing the continent as […]
Banking deposits in Morocco have experienced consistent growth over the past decade, reaching 1.271 trillion dirhams ($120 billion) in 2024 compared to 740 billion dirhams in 2014, representing a remarkable 72% increase. Bank Al-Maghrib monetary statistics confirm this robust upward trajectory, with deposits surpassing the one trillion-dirham milestone in 2020. The growth pattern demonstrates strong […]
Morocco’s exports to the European Union are unlikely to face significant disruption in the short term following the implementation of the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), according to the country’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE). The CBAM, which comes into force on January 1, 2026, is designed to equalize the carbon cost of […]