Politics

Recent reports indicate Morocco may become the first Arab and African nation to acquire the F-35 stealth fighter jet. The potential $17 billion deal, which would span 45 years for procurement and maintenance, has gained momentum following renewed diplomatic engagement from Washington. The development......

Rabat is set to host the Second Forum of Presidents of African Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committees on February 20, 2025, focusing on establishing sustainable foundations for stability and security across Africa. The event, taking place at the parliament headquarters, will feature an opening address......

The selection of Marrakech as the host city for the 4th World Ministerial Conference on Road Safety underscores Morocco's international credibility and commitment, according to Omar Hilale, Morocco's Permanent Representative to the UN. Speaking to MAP on the sidelines of the conference, Hilale......

Morocco has emphasized the critical importance of negative security assurances (NSAs) in the international nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation framework. Ambassador Omar Zniber, Morocco's Permanent Representative to the UN Office in Geneva, articulated this position during a meeting of the......

In a significant diplomatic development, French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati has characterized her visit to Morocco's Southern Provinces as a milestone in Franco-Moroccan relations, marking the first time a Western minister has traveled to this region. During an interview on Morocco's 2M......

Morocco’s relationship with Africa has been a journey of unity, fragmentation, and strategic choices, shaped by history, diplomacy, and resilience. Over decades, the country has balanced its African identity with calculated decisions, navigating complex political landscapes and striving for regional......

Morocco has achieved a notable milestone as Nadia Amal Bernoussi was elected president of the Advisory Committee of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC). The election took place on Monday in Geneva during the opening of the committee’s 33rd session. This recognition underscores Morocco's......

France's Culture Minister Rachida Dati has embarked on a three-day visit to Morocco, leading a delegation focused on enhancing cultural partnerships between the two nations. The visit, scheduled from February 16-18, aims to implement cultural agreements established during French President Emmanuel......

Morocco remains steadfast in its dedication to fostering collective action in Africa, championing noble causes across the continent while prioritizing the well-being of its citizens. The February 2025 African Union (AU) Summit addressed critical issues such as peace and security, continental integration,......

French Senate President Gérard Larcher is set to visit Laâyoune in Morocco’s Southern Provinces on February 28, marking his first visit to the region. His trip, which will take place from February 23 to 26, includes several key meetings and events, with Laâyoune being one of......

During a high-level session of the African Union Peace and Security Council, Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita, reaffirmed Morocco’s conviction that a military solution cannot effectively resolve the Sudanese crisis. The meeting,......

In line with the high directives of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the Kingdom of Morocco remains strongly dedicated to supporting the priorities of Arab nations. During the 115th session of the Economic and Social Council of the Arab League, held in Cairo, Morocco’s Ambassador to Egypt and Permanent......

Fernando Grande-Marlaska, Spain’s Interior Minister, and Félix Bolaños, Minister of the Presidency, Justice, and Relations with the Courts, co-chaired the 4th Ministerial Meeting of the European Coalition Against Organized Crime. During an interview, Grande-Marlaska highlighted Spain's......