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Washington supports investment in Moroccan Sahara with $5 Bln funding

The United States, which recognizes Morocco’s full sovereignty over its entire Saharan territory, is expected to release $5 billion funding for the development of the Moroccan Sahara, set to become a major regional economic hub, says Africa Intelligence news website. After years of being frozen under Joe Biden’s Democratic administration, the Trump administration will release […]

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Morocco’s booming tourism attracts Delta & Transavia Airlines

As Morocco is becoming a popular tourist destination, airline companies see an opportunity to increase flights and routes to meet the growing demand for the North African Kingdom. This is true for American Delta Air Lines and Transavia Airlines which have been attracted by the Moroccan destination. Delta has announced its decision to launch a […]

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Palestinians in Gaza commend Morocco’s emergency humanitarian & medical aid

Palestinians in Gaza have highly commended the emergency humanitarian and medical aid sent on the instructions of King Mohammed VI, Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, in support of the Palestinian people, particularly the populations of the Gaza Strip, stated Ahmad Majdalani, member of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). “We express our […]

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French anchovy processor invests in energy efficiency at Tangier facility

La Conserverie des 2 Mers, a French-owned anchovy processing company based in Tangier’s Moghogha industrial zone, has secured funding from MED TEST to modernize its production facility with advanced energy efficiency and environmental protection measures. The investment marks a significant step toward sustainable food processing in Morocco’s thriving seafood industry. The subsidiary of French seafood […]

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US reaffirms support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara

The United States has sent a strong diplomatic signal reaffirming its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara, as two key figures from the Trump administration took steps to solidify Washington’s stance. Duke Buchan III, nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the next US ambassador to Morocco, appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations […]

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King Mohammed VI chairs allegiance ceremony crowning Throne Day festivities

King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, chaired Thursday the allegiance ceremony, which crowned the festivities marking the 26th anniversary of the Monarch’s enthronement. The King was accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Prince Moulay Rachid and Prince Moulay Ahmed, during this ceremony, which took place at the Mechouar square of the Royal Palace […]

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Morocco’s King presides over swearing-in ceremony of officers graduating from military schools, names class after “Sultan Ahmed Al-Mansour Al-Dhahabi”

King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of the General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan and Prince Moulay Rachid, presided over the swearing-in ceremony of officers who graduated from the major military and paramilitary institutes and schools, as well as officers from the ranks. During the […]

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First batch of aid, ordered by King Mohammed VI, arrives in Gaza

The first Moroccan planes carrying urgent humanitarian aid, ordered by King Mohammed VI, Chairman of Al-Quds Committee, to assist the brotherly Palestinian people, particularly the residents of the Gaza Strip, have landed last night, according to reports published Thursday on “Medi1TV” website. The 180 tons of emergency humanitarian aid shipments will be trucked into Gaza, […]

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FIFA chief hails Morocco’s football vision during Throne Day visit

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has praised Morocco’s growing stature in global football, calling the country a “pillar of excellence” in the sport, during his visit to M’diq where he attended the Throne Day celebrations hosted by King Mohammed VI. Speaking on the sidelines of the royal reception, Infantino commended Morocco’s “exceptional infrastructure achievements” and its […]

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Moroccan central bank urges accelerated reforms to sustain growth

Morocco must intensify structural reforms and rethink its economic strategy to maintain resilience in the face of mounting climate risks, fiscal pressures, and social demands, according to the 2024 annual report from Bank Al-Maghrib. The report, presented to King Mohammed VI by the Bank’s Governor Abdellatif Jouahri, was released on the occasion of Throne Day. […]