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Algeria alarmed by huge Chinese investments going to Morocco

As a growing number of giant Chinese companies chose to invest in Morocco for its political stability and competitive assets, the Algerian regime became extremely worried to see its neighboring country taking the lead and thriving while Algeria is lagging behind and sinking into the abyss. In a desperate move to address the situation, Algerian […]

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Arab Information Ministers commend efforts by King Mohammed VI, Al-Quds Committee in defending Palestinian cause

The Council of Arab Information Ministers, meeting Wednesday in Manama, Bahrain, lauded the efforts made by King Mohammed VI and the Al-Quds Committee he is chairing in defending the Palestinian cause.   In their recommendations, the ministers also called on Arab media to highlight the efforts of Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency, operational arm of the […]

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Prospects for developing Morocco-China economic, commercial exchanges reviewed in Beijing

The prospects for developing economic and commercial exchanges between Morocco and China were reviewed by the two countries’ Foreign Ministers at a meeting held Wednesday in Beijing. Visiting Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita and his Chinese peer Wang Yi, focused in their talks on the opportunities offered by Morocco’s global trade, through the encouragement of Chinese […]

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Morocco strongly condemns Israeli raid against displaced Palestinians’ camp near Rafah

Morocco strongly denounces and condemns the raid carried out by the Israeli army against a camp sheltering more than 100,000 displaced Palestinians near the city of Rafah, an official source from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. The source said the raid left dozens of civilians dead or wounded, in flagrant violation of international law […]

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Bayt Mal Al Quds Agency launches in Casablanca startup incubator for Al-Quds youth

The Bayt Mal Al Quds Asharif Agency, an offshoot of Al Quds Committee, on Monday in Casablanca, a startup incubator in the field of innovation (BMAQ Plus) for young Al-Quds entrepreneurs. Part of the Agency’s digital strategy, this platform aims to incubate startups and offer real opportunities for integration into the job market, e-commerce, and […]

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Morocco’s King calls on pilgrims to adhere to Islamic values of tolerance & solidarity

King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, has called on Moroccan pilgrims to represent their country in the best way possible during the great Hajj season, by adhering to the quintessential values of Islam, including sincere brotherhood, unwavering tolerance, and effective solidarity. In a message he addressed Thursday to the first group of Moroccan pilgrims […]

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Biotechnology: Morocco & India’s Serum Institute discuss cooperation in vaccine manufacturing

Morocco is looking forward to benefiting from the experience and know-how of Serum Institute of India in vaccine manufacturing and biotechnology to ensure its vaccine sovereignty. Cooperation prospects between the North African Kingdom and the Indian Institute were at the center of a meeting held Tuesday in Rabat between a delegation representing the world’s largest […]

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World Water Forum: Morocco calls for greater international cooperation on water issues

Moroccan Minister of Equipment and Water, Nizar Baraka, called, Wednesday from Bali, Indonesia, for greater international cooperation in water issues in order to develop the sector’s role in public policy. “International cooperation in the water sector will play an important role in giving water the place it deserves in public policy”, he said at a […]

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South Sudan seeks $13 billion-backed loan from UAE

South Sudan is nearing an agreement with a UAE company for an oil-backed loan worth $13 billion, the largest in Africa’s newest nation’s history. The news was reported by AP citing an unnamed UN source which said the deal is close to being signed. “Servicing this loan would likely tie up most of South Sudan’s […]

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King Hassan II Great World Water Prize Awarded to FAO

The prestigious King Hassan II Great World Water Prize has been awarded this year to the UN Food & Agriculture Organization (FAO) for its contributions to the global efforts engaged for water security. Moroccan Prime minister Aziz Akhannouch handed over the $500,000 prize to FAO Representative in Indonesia during the official opening ceremony of the […]