Politics

French Ambassador to Morocco Christophe Lecourtier has outlined a significant shift in France's diplomatic stance toward Morocco, particularly regarding the Sahara issue. Speaking at the inauguration of the Moroccan Innovation Circle (MIC) in Rabat, Lecourtier candidly addressed the evolution of......

Morocco reinforced its position within the African Union's Peace and Security Council (PSC) throughout 2024, demonstrating its commitment to continental stability and development. During its second mandate (2022-2025), Morocco focused on addressing critical African challenges while promoting sovereignty......

A recent comprehensive analysis has unveiled significant challenges facing Morocco's parliamentary system, highlighting concerns over legislative effectiveness, governmental oversight, and public accessibility. The study, conducted by SIMSIM - Citizen Participation, examines the performance of parliamentary......

In a move that has stirred diplomatic waters, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Christmas address has sparked controversy over the display of a divided map of Morocco, challenging recent improvements in Spanish-Moroccan relations. During his holiday message praising Spanish troops serving abroad,......

On Thursday, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for a private visit, further underscoring the strong and lasting bond between the two nations. This visit highlights the deep political, economic, and cultural ties that have defined the Morocco-UAE relationship......

Morocco has reportedly extended its control over parts of  Sahara's airspace, previously managed under Spanish authority. Sources indicate that this expansion covers approximately 15% to 20% of the region’s airspace. Spanish media outlet El Independiente reported that Morocco has unilaterally......

As 2024 comes to a close, Morocco reflects on a year of significant milestones that have bolstered its global standing while driving domestic progress. From diplomatic achievements and political reforms to cultural preservation and economic modernization, the Kingdom has cemented its role as a dynamic......

Morocco has emerged as a crucial intermediary between Western nations and the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This diplomatic prowess was recently showcased through the successful negotiation for the release of four French DGSE agents, who had been detained in Burkina Faso since......

The Moroccan judiciary has taken a decisive stance on human rights by refusing to extradite Egyptian political dissident and physician Dr. Abdel Basset Imam to Egypt, where he faces a life sentence for opposing the current government. Dr. Imam, who holds both Turkish and Egyptian citizenship, expressed......

In a significant diplomatic development, Senegal's Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs, Yassine Fall, visited Rabat this week to deliver a message from newly-elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to King Mohammed VI, signaling a commitment to strengthen the nations' longstanding......

David T. Fischer, former U.S. Ambassador to Morocco from 2020 to 2021, is reportedly seeking to return to his post in Rabat. According to sources, Fischer, who was appointed by the Trump administration, has shared his hopes with close associates, believing that the current political climate may favor......

The diplomatic bonds between Iraq and Morocco reached new heights as Iraq's National Security Advisor Qasim Al-Araji expressed firm support for Morocco's territorial integrity, including the Sahara region, during high-level talks in Rabat on Monday. During a joint press conference with Morocco's......

Rachel Bendayan, a trailblazer in Canadian politics, has made an indelible mark as a Member of Parliament (MP) and as a key figure in the federal government. Elected for the first time in 2019 as the MP for Outremont and re-elected in 2021, she swiftly rose to prominence as a powerful political force.......