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Former Moroccan Minister Mohammed Ziane Faces Additional Five-Year Sentence

Mohammed Ziane, 82, sentenced for embezzlement and misuse of public funds amid ongoing legal battles. In a significant legal development, former Moroccan minister Mohammed Ziane has been handed an additional five-year prison sentence on charges of embezzlement and misuse of public funds. This new ruling......

Academic Controversy Erupts Over Keffiyeh Incident at Moroccan University

In a startling turn of events at the Faculty of Sciences in Ben M'sik, Casablanca, a student's moment of academic achievement was marred by an unexpected controversy. The dean's refusal to present an award to a student wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh has ignited a firestorm of criticism across......

Strengthening Bonds: Ambassador Amrani Advocates for Enhanced NATO-South Dialogue

In a call to bolster international security, Morocco’s ambassador to the United States, Youssef Amrani, has underscored the necessity of deepening cooperation and dialogue between the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and its southern partners. Amrani delivered his remarks during a panel......

Morocco and China Strengthen Strategic Partnership through High-Level Dialogue

Rabat, July 9, 2024 – Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, welcomed Mr. Zhai Jun, the Special Envoy of the Chinese Government to the Middle East, in Rabat today. The meeting between the two officials delved into the existing strategic partnership......

Morocco Advocates for UN-Led Legitimacy in Libyan Peace Process

In a significant diplomatic move, Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to a United Nations-led resolution for the ongoing Libyan crisis. Nasser Bourita, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, articulated this position following talks with Stephanie Khoury, the Acting Special Representative of the......

Rabat Named Permanent Secretariat for Africa’s Torture Prevention Network

In a significant move highlighting Morocco’s influential role in human rights advocacy across Africa, the National Human Rights Council (CNDH) of Morocco has been chosen to host the permanent secretariat of the African Network of National Preventive Mechanisms (NPMs) for the prevention of torture.......

Germany Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Autonomy Plan

In a significant diplomatic gesture, Germany has once again expressed its steadfast support for Morocco's Autonomy Plan, describing it as a "good basis and a very good foundation" for resolving the protracted dispute over the Sahara region. The endorsement was articulated by German Foreign......

Moroccan Political Parties Condemn Alleged Docking of Israeli Warship Amid Gaza Crisis

In an unfolding diplomatic controversy, numerous Moroccan political parties are calling for a decisive governmental response following reports of an Israeli warship allegedly docking in Moroccan waters. This incident has intensified calls to sever diplomatic ties with Israel, especially in light of the......

Morocco's Housing Initiative Sees Surge in Beneficiaries, Boosts Economy

In a significant development for Morocco's housing sector, over 15,100 citizens have already benefited from the country's Direct Housing Aid Program, according to Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, Minister of National Territorial Planning. The minister shared this information during an address to the......

Morocco and Chile: Forging a Transcontinental Partnership

In a bold move to strengthen South-South relations, a Chilean parliamentary delegation touched down in Rabat on Tuesday, signaling a new chapter in Morocco-Chile diplomatic ties. The visit, spearheaded by Jaime Naranjo Ortiz, President of the Morocco-Chile Parliamentary Friendship Group, aimed to explore......

A New Chapter in African Collaboration: Morocco and Gambia Unite for Social Progress

In a landmark move that underscores the growing spirit of cooperation across the African continent, Morocco and Gambia have forged a powerful alliance aimed at addressing critical social issues. On Tuesday, in the Moroccan capital of Rabat, the two nations inked a comprehensive agreement that promises......

Morocco's Central Bank Spearheads Initiative to Curb Cash Dominance

In a bold move to address Morocco's burgeoning cash economy, the country's central bank, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), has established a high-level committee tasked with tackling the unprecedented surge in cash circulation. This initiative comes as Morocco grapples with a staggering MAD 430 billion......

Malawi Backs Morocco’s Territorial Sovereignty Amid Shifting African Dynamics

In a significant affirmation of its diplomatic stance, Malawi has reiterated its support for Morocco's territorial integrity and sovereignty over its southern provinces. This development comes as Africa's position on the Sahara dispute has seen a notable shift in favor of Morocco since its return......