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Morocco assumes presidency of African Union’s peace and security council for March

Morocco has officially taken over the presidency of the African Union’s Peace and Security Council (PSC) for the month of March, marking its fourth time leading the pan-African decision-making body. This milestone reflects Morocco’s steadfast commitment to advancing peace, stability, and......

Morocco and Kazakhstan Enforce Visa Exemption Agreement

Rabat – Morocco and Kazakhstan have announced the upcoming enforcement of their Visa Exemption Agreement for holders of ordinary passports. During a visit to Rabat by Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Murat Nurtleu, at the invitation of Morocco’s Minister......

Strengthening Global Protection: Mr. Hilale’s Meeting with UN Secretary-General on R2P

In New York, Moroccan Ambassador to the UN Omar Hilale met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, accompanied by his counterparts from Guatemala and Luxembourg, co-chairs of the UN Friends of the Responsibility to Protect (R2P) Group. The meeting focused on the R2P agenda and the upcoming commemoration......

Kazakh Foreign Minister Praises King Mohammed VI’s Visionary Leadership

Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Murat Nurtleu, expressed admiration on Friday in Rabat for the royal initiatives launched by King Mohammed VI aimed at promoting peace, stability, and socio-economic development in Africa. Nurtleu also highlighted the various reforms......

US proposal to Spain in 2002 on territorial dispute with Morocco

In 2002, Washington proposed to Madrid the return of the Zaffarine Islands and other territories to Morocco, according to newly revealed information. Federico Trillo, Spain's former Minister of Defense (2000-2004, Popular Party), disclosed that the United States had offered to mediate between Spain......

Former Spanish defense minister reaffirms support for Moroccan Sahara at Las Palmas conference

Former Spanish Defense Minister, José Bono, once again expressed his support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara, a stance that continues to provoke anger from the separatist Polisario Front. His statements came during his participation in the Third International Conference on Dialogue......

Spanish Congress to vote on proposal for migrant regularization

The Spanish Congress is set to vote next Wednesday on a proposal aimed at regularizing the status of Moroccan migrants and addressing the legal challenges hindering their integration into Spanish society. According to Spanish media, the left-wing party "Podemos" has presented the proposal,......

Morocco's startup journey: challenges and the road ahead

A decade after hosting the Global Entrepreneurship Summit in Marrakech, Morocco’s entrepreneurial ecosystem has made strides in funding and support. Yet, the anticipated surge of high-growth startups capable of reshaping the national economy remains elusive. In 2014, the summit marked a pivotal......

Strengthening international bonds: A speech by Rashid Talbi Alami

On February 24-25, 2025, Mr. Rashid Talbi Alami, Speaker of the Moroccan House of Representatives, delivered a speech before the members of the Mexican Congress. His address was aimed at strengthening diplomatic and cultural relations between the two nations, highlighting their shared values and history. Mr.......

Morocco's vote for death penalty moratorium aligns with human rights advocacy

Morocco’s recent vote in favor of a moratorium on the application of the death penalty reflects years of human rights advocacy and aligns with the recommendations of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH). The announcement was made on Tuesday in Geneva during a high-level panel at the 58th session......

Cabo Verde and Morocco strengthen ties with focus on cooperation and development

Cabo Verde’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Cooperation, and Regional Integration, José Filomeno de Carvalho Dias Monteiro, recently visited Morocco, underscoring the deepening partnership between Rabat and Praia. The visit aligns with the vision of HM King Mohammed VI to enhance Morocco’s......

French Senate president highlights Morocco's Sahara autonomy plan as "self-evident truth"

French Senate President Gérard Larcher has described France's evolving position on the Sahara issue as "self-evident, a fundamental truth," during a meeting in Laayoune on Monday evening. Speaking before Mohamed Ould Errachid, President of the House of Councilors, and regional governors......

Morocco’s king extends warm congratulations to Kuwait’s emir on national day

On the occasion of Kuwait’s National Day, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has extended heartfelt congratulations to Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Emir of the State of Kuwait. This message highlights the enduring friendship and diplomatic ties between the two nations. In his......