Government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas reaffirmed the significance of the Morocco-U.S. partnership in response to concerns over the newly imposed 10% tariffs by the U.S. administration. He described the alliance as strategic and multifaceted, emphasizing Morocco’s unique position as the only African country with a free trade agreement......

The annual conference of the International Bar Association (IBA), which unites over 80,000 lawyers from leading law firms worldwide, commenced in Marrakech under the theme "Labor Law and Diversity." This significant event is organized by the IBA's Committee on Labor Law and Industrial Relations, alongside the Committee on Diversity......

Morocco is participating in an international forum on the future of the Mediterranean, which is being held in Granada from April 2 to 4. The forum, organized under the rotating Spanish presidency of the Union for the Mediterranean Parliamentary Assembly, focuses on key topics such as migration movements, climate change, youth employment, and......

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has granted a new two-year agreement for Morocco under the Flexible Credit Line (FCL), amounting to approximately $4.5 billion, or 386% of the country's quota. According to a statement released on the IMF's official website, this agreement replaces the previous FCL, which......

Legal scholars, policymakers, and representatives from civil society will gather at the Private University of Fez (UPF) on April 12 for a significant conference focused on the Moroccan family code, known as the Moudawana. This event, hosted by the Higher Institute of Political and Legal Sciences, aims to ignite essential discussions regarding......

Ouarzazate is set to host a significant national energy conference on April 23, 2025, organized by the Moroccan Federation of Energy. This strategic event will be attended by a high-level French delegation led by French Minister for Energy, Marc Ferracci, and French President Emmanuel Macron's special envoy for energy partnerships with......

The Moroccan Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, recently led a virtual meeting to discuss the progress of technical and economic studies related to the Morocco-France electrical interconnection project. This initiative is part of a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing bilateral energy cooperation under......

In Morocco, cigarette prices have once again surged as of April 1, 2025. This increase predominantly affects local brands, particularly those produced by the Société marocaine des tabacs (SMT). The price hike ranges from 1 to 3 dirhams, depending on the brand. For instance, the cost of a pack of Gauloises Sweet and Gauloises......

The reservoirs managed by the Sebou Hydraulic Basin Agency (ABHS) reported a filling rate of 51.81% as of April 2, 2025, significantly up from 48.30% during the same period last year. These eleven reservoirs now hold over 2.87 billion cubic meters of water, compared to 2.68 billion cubic meters at the same time last year, according to the......

In a significant development for Mali's military capabilities, 165 soldiers from the Malian Armed Forces are currently participating in a parachute training program in Morocco. This comprehensive training is divided into three distinct phases. The first phase involves a medical examination conducted by physicians from the first parachute......

City officials in Fez have announced an ambitious initiative to enhance the city's video surveillance network as part of a comprehensive urban development strategy. This project, spearheaded by the Local Development Company Fez Region Planning (FRA), will allocate over MAD 140 million (approximately $14 million) to bolster urban security......

The United States' economic partners are closely watching President Donald Trump's announcement on April 2, 2025, regarding the imposition of stricter tariffs on imports from various countries. However, will Morocco be affected by this decision? According to economist Mohamed Benayad, an expert in foreign trade, Morocco is not currently......

The Marrakech Marathon has been recognized as one of the most sought-after marathons globally for 2025, according to the latest Running Report by SportsShoes.com. This recognition comes as the race experiences a remarkable 68% surge in global searches, highlighting its increasing allure for runners from around the world. Set against the backdrop......