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Morocco participates in international forum on the future of the Mediterranean
Morocco participates in international forum on the future of the Mediterranean

Morocco is participating in an international forum on the future of the Mediterranean, which is being held in Granada from April 2 to 4. The forum, organized under the rotating Spanish presidency of the Union for the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly, focuses on key topics such as migration movements, climate change, youth employment, and gender equality in the Mediterranean region. During the event, heads of delegations planted olive trees from their regions at the Charl...

Envisioning the Future of Morocco’s Family Code: A Conference in Fez
Envisioning the Future of Morocco’s Family Code: A Conference in Fez

Legal scholars, policymakers, and representatives from civil society will gather at the Private University of Fez (UPF) on April 12 for a significant conference focused on the Moroccan family code, known as the Moudawana. This event, hosted by the Higher Institute of Political and Legal Sciences, aims to ignite essential discussions regarding the future of the family code and its adaptation to Morocco’s changing social and legal landscape. The conference will take plac...

Tragic garage fire in Alcorcón claims lives of two firefighters
Tragic garage fire in Alcorcón claims lives of two firefighters

A garage fire in Alcorcón, a town near Madrid, resulted in the tragic death of two municipal firefighters and left 14 others injured, one critically. Authorities believe the incident began with a vehicle colliding inside the garage, which led to an explosion. According to Francisco Martín, the Government Delegate in Madrid, the initial blast from the car was followed by additional detonations, creating intense heat that proved fatal for the firefighters as they ...

Marrakech marathon ranks among world's top running events for 2025
Marrakech marathon ranks among world's top running events for 2025

The Marrakech Marathon has been recognized as one of the most sought-after marathons globally for 2025, according to the latest Running Report by SportsShoes.com. This recognition comes as the race experiences a remarkable 68% surge in global searches, highlighting its increasing allure for runners from around the world. Set against the backdrop of the picturesque city of Marrakech, the marathon is celebrated for its scenic course. Participants traverse historic streets, pal...

IMF approves $4.5 billion flexible credit line for Morocco
IMF approves $4.5 billion flexible credit line for Morocco

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted a new two-year agreement for Morocco under the Flexible Credit Line (FCL), amounting to approximately $4.5 billion, or 386% of the country's quota. According to a statement released on the IMF's official website, this agreement replaces the previous FCL, which was canceled by Moroccan authorities, who reiterated their intention to use it purely as a preventive measure. This new agreement marks ...

Anticipation builds for Eid Al Fitr as crescent moon sighting approaches
Anticipation builds for Eid Al Fitr as crescent moon sighting approaches

As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, countries around the globe are gearing up for the sighting of the crescent moon, an event that will signal the start of Shawwal and the celebration of Eid Al Fitr. This year, predictions from Moroccan astronomers indicate that Morocco is likely to observe Eid Al Fitr on March 31, contingent on the visibility of the crescent moon on Sunday. Throughout the Islamic world, religious committees and astronomers are closely monitoring ...

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