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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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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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Morocco’s King takes action to alleviate sufferings of Palestinian People

King Mohammed VI, Chairman of Al-Quds Committee, has issued an order for an emergency relief and medical aid to the Palestinian people, particularly the population of Gaza Strip, said on Wednesday the foreign ministry in a press release. About 180 tons of Moroccan humanitarian assistance will be sent to the Palestinian people. The emergency relief […]

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Global hunger declines, but Africa faces deepening food crises- UN Warns

Global hunger levels declined for the third consecutive year in 2024, but the United Nations has warned that food insecurity is worsening in Africa and the Middle East due to conflict, climate shocks, and economic instability. Approximately 673 million people- 8.2% of the global population- experienced hunger in 2024, down from 8.5% in 2023, according […]

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Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency implements 5th phase of food aid campaign for displaced Gazansrqtx

The Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency implemented the fifth phase of Morocco’s humanitarian aid campaign for 500 displaced families in the municipality of Azzawayda, in the center of the Gaza Strip, with the contribution of the Moroccan Association to Support Reconstruction in Palestine. Given the difficult humanitarian conditions experienced by all residents of the Strip, the […]

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DRC’s critical minerals at heart of U.S.-China tug-of-war amid fragile peace

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has become the latest battleground in a deepening strategic rivalry between the United States and China over control of critical minerals, as a new US-brokered peace deal with Rwanda raises both hope and concern. Signed in June 2025, the agreement aims to end decades of conflict between the DRC […]

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India deepens rare earth partnerships with Africa amid China’s tightening grip

In a strategic move to reduce dependence on China, India is rapidly expanding rare earth element (REE) partnerships with five African nations — Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Malawi, and Côte d’Ivoire — amid escalating global concerns over China’s dominance in critical mineral supply chains. China currently controls over 90% of the global REE market and has […]

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Islamic Development Bank commits $297 million to Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, and Mauritania

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has approved nearly $297 million to fund major development projects in Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, and Mauritania. The funds aim to boost job creation, strengthen public services, and drive inclusive growth. The approval came during the IsDB’s 361st Board of Directors meeting held at the beginning of this week. The financing […]

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Sahara: Morocco in talks with UAE over investment of up to $10 Bln in wind energy projects

Morocco is reportedly negotiating with some UAE companies wind energy projects in its southern provinces. The total investment of these projects is estimated between $8 and $10 billion, according to Arabic energy-focused Attaqa media platform. The Emirati companies engaged in talks are Masdar, AMEA Power, and Taqa. They are negotiating with the North African Kingdom […]

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Morocco reopens its embassy in Damascus, launching new era in two countries’relations

Morocco reopened its embassy in Damascus last Sunday, with all its administrative services resuming their activities. King Mohammed VI had announced in his speech to the 34th Arab Summit, held on May 17 in Baghdad, the Kingdom’s decision to reopen its Embassy in Damascus, which was closed in 2012. The Monarch had affirmed that this […]