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King Mohammed VI has hailed the strong ties of brotherhood and cooperation existing between Morocco and Iraq and renewed his determination to continue working together with the Iraqi President Abdel Latif Jamal Rachid to enshrine these ties in favor of the two brotherly peoples. This came in a message of congratulation the Monarch addressed to […]
Morocco and the European Union signed the exchange of letters amending the agricultural agreement binding both parties on Friday at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, reflecting their strong partnership grounded in extended multidimensional cooperation. Signed on Morocco’s side by Ambassador to the EU, Ahmed Réda Chami, the agreement immediately enters into force provisionally, pending […]
Morocco is among the major producers of colbat in Africa with approximately 4,500 tons expected in 2025, according to the “African Exponent” online media platform. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) tops the chart with 170,000 – 190,000 tons, accounting for 70-80% of global cobalt output. Rwanda comes in the 2nd place with 9,000 tons, […]
In response to youth-led demonstrations across several Moroccan cities, the government has pledged to engage in constructive dialogue and address the social grievances voiced by the younger generation. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, speaking at the opening of the weekly cabinet meeting Thursday, emphasized the government’s readiness to interact positively with the demands and concerns expressed […]
Morocco and European Union have reached a new historic agricultural agreement opening the EU market to Moroccan Saharan products with the same preferential tariffs as those applied to all Moroccan products. The deal is expected to boost agriculture and employment. It also confirms Morocco status as a key strategic partner of the European bloc. The […]
King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Prince Moulay Rachid and Prince Moulay Ahmed, chaired on Thursday at the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat, a religious ceremony in commemoration of the 27th anniversary of the passing of late King Hassan II. The religious event was marked by the […]
The right to protest is sacred in Morocco. This right is protected by the people for the people. During the few past days, young Moroccans staged protests for better healthcare and education. But Morocco’s enemies, rivals and corrupt politicians have exploited the naïve demonstrators to serve their own political agenda. Their goal is to destabilize […]
Morocco, represented by Abderrazak Rouwane, has been re-elected by a majority vote to the Committee Against Torture for the 2026–2029 term. The election took place Wednesday in Geneva during the 20th meeting of States Parties to the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman, or Degrading Treatment or Punishment, with the participation of 166 states. […]
Morocco has consolidated its position among major European Union automotive suppliers, representing 4% of EU vehicle sales during the first half of 2025 according to European Automobile Manufacturers Association data. The kingdom ranks alongside China, Japan, Turkey, and South Korea as strategic partners in the global automotive value chain. This achievement results from expanding national […]
Morocco U-20 National football team defeated on Thursday five-time champions Brazil 2-1 in Chile to qualify for the knockout stage of the world football tournament. The goals of the young Atlas Cubs were scored by Othmane Maamma with a stunning scissor in the 60th minute and Yassir Zabiri who lashed home with the outside of […]