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Bank Al-Maghrib Grants Authorization for Al Barid Bank to Expand Business Activities

The governor of Bank Al-Maghrib, Abdellatif Jouahri, has recently authorized Al Barid Bank to broaden its operations to include financing for professionals and very small enterprises (TPE). This decision was officially announced in the bulletin on November 16, 2023. "This new authorization follows the......

UK Health Officials Investigate First Case of New Swine Flu Strain: A(H1N2)v

In a significant development, health officials in the UK are delving into the discovery of the first confirmed case of a novel swine flu strain, A(H1N2)v. This breakthrough surfaced during a routine flu screening test conducted at a general practitioner's office in North Yorkshire. The individual in......

UAE's Resilience: Navigating the Scorching Horizon of Climate Change

In the face of mounting concerns that soaring temperatures could render parts of the Gulf region uninhabitable by century's end, Mariam Almheiri, the UAE's Minister of Climate Change and Environment, assured that the country is well-prepared for the challenges posed by climate change. Almheiri highlighted......

Musk's Agreement with Israel Restricts Starlink Operations in Gaza

Elon Musk's SpaceX has recently reached an agreement with the state of Israel, permitting the operation of Starlink satellite internet terminals exclusively with explicit approval from Israeli authorities, as revealed by Israeli Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi. This development follows Musk's......

China's Cautious Optimism Amidst Fragile Truce in Gaza

Beijing, November 27, 2023 - In a carefully measured response, China expressed a tempered sense of hope on Monday regarding recent developments between Israel and Hamas in the war-torn Gaza Strip. Despite acknowledging the small strides towards peace, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin highlighted......

Advancing Counterterrorism: The Role of Education in Morocco-EU Collaboration

Morocco and the European Union are reinforcing their joint commitment to combating terrorism and violent extremism through collaborative education initiatives. In a recent virtual conference marking the launch of the Global Counterterrorism Forum (GCTF) with a specific focus on education's preventive......

Prime Minister Akhannouch Calls for Dialogue with Education Unions: A Commitment to Educational Reform

Aziz Akhannouch, the Prime Minister, called on Thursday for a dialogue with education unions next Monday. He emphasized the government's commitment to its obligations regarding the comprehensive reform of the education system and the motivation of the teaching staff. Akhannouch underscored the crucial......

Senegal Inaugurates New UN Regional Service Center Outside Dakar

DAKAR - President Macky Sall of Senegal officially inaugurated the United Nations Regional Service Center on Thursday, situated in Diamniadio just outside the capital. The momentous opening ceremony marked the conclusion of a $291 million investment in a cutting-edge facility poised to streamline UN......

Morocco's Enduring Support for UN-Led Initiatives in Resolving Libya's Institutional Crisis

In a meeting held on Thursday in Rabat between Morocco's Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, and UN Special Representative for Libya, Abdoulaye Bathily, Morocco reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting UN initiatives dedicated to resolving Libya's longstanding political impasse.   During......

Oil Prices Slide as OPEC+ Postpones Meeting Amidst Weakening Demand

Oil prices experienced a downward trend on Thursday, influenced by a combination of diminishing demand and uncertainties surrounding the supply outlook. The international benchmark, Brent crude, witnessed a 0.75% decline, reaching $81.34 per barrel in mid-morning trading, following a notable 4% drop......

German Authorities Launch Coordinated Raids on Hamas and Samidoun

Inspectors are conducting targeted operations Thursday morning in four German regions, aimed at members and sympathizers of the Palestinian movements Hamas and Samidoun, as announced by the Interior Ministry in a statement. This move represents the latest effort by German authorities to eradicate extremist......

"TelmidTICE" Launch: A Digital Initiative Providing Free Educational Support During Teacher Strikes

In response to recent teacher strikes, the Ministry of National Education, Primary Education, and Sports in Morocco has unveiled an innovative initiative aimed at supporting remote education. The digital platform "TelmidTICE" provides students of all academic levels with free access to nearly 12,500......

Morocco Emerges as Spain's Surprising Second Largest Melon Supplier

Morocco has unexpectedly positioned itself as a major player in the melon trade, securing the second-largest supplier status to Spain for the 2022-2023 agricultural season. Recent data has unveiled Morocco's remarkable feat, with the North African nation exporting over 94 million kilograms of melons......