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Commercial exchanges between the Port of Montreal and Morocco jumped 44% in 2025, according to preliminary results published by the Montreal Port Authority (MPA). The authority noted that trade with the Mediterranean region increased 1.5%, driven notably by strong growth in Moroccan exchanges, confirming the kingdom’s rising status as Canada’s strategic commercial partner in North […]
The 15th Morocco-Senegal High Joint Partnership Commission, held in Rabat Monday, under the co-chairmanship of the two countries’ Prime Ministers, Aziz Akhannouch and Ousmane Sonko, highlighted by the signing of several cooperation and partnership agreements, and memoranda of understanding. The two countries’ Foreign Ministers Nasser Bourita and Cheikh Niang inked the Joint Communiqué concluding this […]
GNV, one of the leading ferry operators in the western Mediterranean, announced plans to add new vessels on routes between Spain and Morocco to meet growing demand and foster connectivity between the two countries. The new ferry boats, with high operational and environmental efficiency, offer significant advantages to clients, especially Moroccans living abroad as well […]
Kerten Hospitality group, known for creating purpose-driven, community-centric destinations, is expanding its presence in Morocco with a new resort and branded residences project in El Jadida. The new Casadora Resort by “Cloud 7 Hotels” will enhance further El Jadida seaside destination, emerging as a next-generation coastal lifestyle destination, driven by demand for experiential travel, second […]
Senegal reiterated its firm and steadfast support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and sovereignty over its entire national territory, including the Sahara region. This stance was expressed in the Joint Communiqué adopted Monday in Rabat, following the Morocco-Senegal High Joint Partnership Commission, co-chaired by Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch and Senegalese Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko. The […]
Foreign investment in Africa remains under strain despite a rebound in global capital flows, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said last week, warning that weak project finance, high borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to deter long-term investment on the continent. In its Global Investment Trends Monitor, published in January, UNCTAD […]
Sudanese army forces have entered Dilling, the second-largest city in South Kordofan, ending a siege imposed by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) since January 2024, the military said on Monday, January 26. In a statement, the army said it reopened the road to Dilling following a successful military operation that forced RSF fighters to […]
Senegal on Monday acknowledged that “deplorable” incidents marred the African Cup of Nations final against Morocco, while stressing that deep historical ties between the two countries remained intact, Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko said during an official visit to Rabat. Speaking at the opening of a Moroccan‑Senegalese joint commission, Sonko said the visit came at a […]
King Mohammed VI has expressed strong determination to strengthen further the strategic partnership set with India to serve the shared interests of the two countries. In a message of congratulations sent to President of India Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of her country’s National Day, the Monarch lauded the excellent relations of friendship and cooperation […]
Head of the Moroccan government Aziz Akhannouch highlighted centuries‑old ties with Senegal, describing relations between the two countries as rooted in deep human, religious, economic and cultural links. Akhannouch was speaking at the opening of the 15th session of the Moroccan‑Senegalese joint commission in Rabat, one week after the African cup of Nations final which […]