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Palestinian PM commends Moroccan King for his sustained efforts in favor of Palestinian cause

Palestinian Prime minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mohammad Mustafa, expressed, Thursday in New York, his thanks and gratitude to King Mohammed VI, Chairman of the Al-Quds Committee, for his sustained efforts in favor of the Palestinian people. “I would like to renew my thanks to His Majesty King Mohammed VI for his sustained efforts […]

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Netherlands reiterates support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara

The Netherlands reiterated, Thursday in New York, its support for the Moroccan autonomy plan, deeming it a “very serious and credible” contribution to the political process led by the United Nations. “The Netherlands considers the autonomy plan, presented by Morocco in 2007, as a very serious and credible contribution to the political process led by […]

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Fustal World Cup 2024: Morocco beats Iran, advances to quarter-finals

Morocco qualified for the quarter-final of the Futsal World Cup 2024 after beating Asia champion Iran 4-3 in a breathtaking match played Thursday at Bukhara Universal Sports Complex, Uzbekistan. The goals of the Atlas Lions were scored by Khalid Bouzid, Alireza Rafieipour, Soufiane El Mesrar and Idriss Raiss El Fenni. The Moroccans had won their […]

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African Atlantic States commend Morocco for its initiative, leadership

Member countries of the Rabat Process on the African Atlantic States (AASP) praised, in New York, Morocco’s initiative and leadership in creating this coordination framework, which will help find appropriate solutions to mutual challenges. At a Ministerial Meeting of the Atlantic African States Process held on the sidelines of the ongoing 79th UN General Assembly, […]

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Moroccan economy, boosted by manufacturing & tourism, to expand 2.9% in 2024 (EBRD)

Morocco’s economy is expected to grow by 2.9% in 2024, driven by a resurgence in manufacturing and tourism, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The EBRD’s latest regional economic outlook, released on Thursday, highlights the resilience of Morocco’s economy despite adverse weather conditions. “The recovery in manufacturing and tourism, bolstered by […]

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Denmark backs Morocco’s autonomy plan for Sahara

Denmark has joined a long list of influential countries to back Morocco’s autonomy plan as a final solution to the Sahara issue. Denmark said the autonomy proposal submitted by Morocco in 2007 is a “serious and credible contribution to the ongoing UN efforts.” This came in a joint statement following talks in New York between […]

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G7 leaders voice worries over fragility of Libya’s governance

The G7 Foreign Ministers, along with the EU High Representative, reaffirmed their commitment to Libya’s stability, sovereignty, and unity during a meeting in New York on September 25. They expressed concerns over recent leadership transitions within the High Council of State (HCS) and the Central Bank of Libya (CBL), emphasizing the fragility of Libya’s governance. […]

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Morocco’s Marsa Maroc to start operating Benin’s Cotonou port terminals in October 2024

Moroccan port operator Marsa Maroc has signed a deal to start operating Benin’s Cotonou port terminals next month, a statement said. Marsa Maroc will operate terminal 1 and 5 in Cotonou’s port after winning an international tender issued by the company in charge of cargo handling, Société Béninoise des Manutentions Portuaires (SOBEMAP). Casablanca-listed Marsa Maroc […]

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Morocco reaches out to Mano River Union for regional peace & prosperity

Morocco has agreed with Mano River Union to foster cooperation ties in security, economy, investment, finance, education, technical assistance, and vocational training. The Mano River Union, which was established in 1973, includes Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea and Côte d’Ivoire. The four African countries and Morocco share the same views and goals to spur regional growth […]

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UN: Dominica & Sudan support Morocco’s full sovereignty over its entire Saharan territory

The Commonwealth of Dominica and the Republic of Sudan have expressed at the United Nations steadfast support for Morocco’s full sovereignty over its entire Saharan territory, dealing a hard blow to the enemies of Morocco’s territorial integrity. The supportive stands were voiced during separate meetings held Tuesday in New York by Moroccan foreign Nasser Bourita […]