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Morocco takes a formal step toward joining TV5MONDE governance as first African state

Morocco has formally expressed its interest in joining the governance structure of TV5MONDE, the world's leading French-language audiovisual network, marking the first time an African country has entered this accession process. The move follows a letter sent on April 21, 2026, by Morocco's Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication,......

Morocco and EU discuss visa rules for truck drivers

A new round of discussions has opened between Moroccan transport authorities and European institutions over visa access for professional truck drivers. The talks focus on long-standing administrative barriers that affect Moroccan logistics companies operating cross-border routes into Europe. Officials raised concerns about delays and procedural......

KBC reports lower-than-expected profit amid geopolitical uncertainty

KBC Group reported first-quarter earnings below market expectations as the Belgian financial institution increased its reserves to protect against growing geopolitical risks linked to tensions in the Middle East. The banking group announced a quarterly net profit of 557 million euros, a figure slightly lower than analysts’ forecasts.......

Türkiye strengthens transport and investment cooperation with Belgium

Türkiye has emphasized the importance of strengthening transport connectivity and expanding investment cooperation with Belgium amid growing geopolitical and global supply chain challenges. During a high-level economic meeting held in Istanbul and attended by Queen Mathilde along with a Belgian delegation, Turkish officials highlighted......

Poland signs €44 billion agreement with Brussels to modernize its military

Poland has become the first member state of the European Union to sign a major loan agreement with Brussels under the Security Action For Europe (SAFE) program, securing nearly €44 billion to strengthen its military capabilities and defense industry. The agreement marks one of the largest defense financing initiatives launched by the......

Moroccan caftan debuts in Brussels with dedicated fashion week

The Moroccan caftan, a central piece of the country’s traditional attire, made a strong debut in Belgium last Sunday in Brussels. The first edition of the Moroccan Caftan Week Belgium brought together designers, artisans, and fashion enthusiasts to celebrate this iconic garment, widely seen as a symbol of elegance and refinement. Held......

Europe's EV sales surge as fuel prices spike on Middle East conflict

Electric vehicle registrations rose sharply across Western Europe in April 2026, with several countries recording record or near-record battery electric vehicle market shares as consumers increasingly turned away from combustion-engine cars amid fuel price surges driven by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Norway set a new monthly......

NASA and ISRO satellite maps rapid land subsidence in Mexico City

A joint NASA and Indian Space Research Organisation satellite has produced new high resolution maps showing rapid ground subsidence beneath Mexico City. Early analysis indicates that parts of the metropolitan area are sinking by more than 2 centimetres per month, highlighting a growing geological and urban stability challenge in one of the......

Brussels airport braces for major disruptions as national strike looms

Air travel in Belgium is set to face significant disruption as a national strike scheduled for May 12 is expected to impact operations at Brussels Airport. Airport authorities have warned that approximately half of all departing flights could be cancelled due to the strike and a large union demonstration planned in the capital, Brussels.......

Genome editing corrects severe cystic fibrosis mutation without existing treatment

Researchers at the University of Trento have developed a genome editing therapy that permanently corrects a mutation responsible for a severe form of cystic fibrosis, offering a potential treatment for about 10 percent of patients who currently have no approved drug options. The approach targets a specific genetic defect that prevents production......

China bans dual use exports to European firms over Taiwan arms sales

China has imposed an immediate ban on the export of dual use goods to seven European companies, escalating tensions with the European Union and signaling a broader use of trade controls as a geopolitical tool. The measure targets firms linked to defense and aerospace activities in Belgium, Germany and the Czech Republic, which Beijing accuses......

Comediablanca expands to five day festival with global ambitions

The Comediablanca festival has launched its third edition in Casablanca, marking a significant shift in scale and ambition for the Moroccan comedy event. Building on international performances in Paris, Brussels and an upcoming show in Montreal, the festival returns with a broader format and a stronger focus on cultural development. This......

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