In a significant diplomatic development, French President Emmanuel Macron is set to undertake a three-day state visit to Morocco from October 28-30, marking a crucial turning point in relations between Paris and Rabat. The visit, which comes at the invitation of King Mohammed VI, represents the first state-level engagement between the two......

Morocco has achieved a remarkable improvement in its global inequality standings, advancing 30 positions to secure the 73rd spot among 164 nations in the 2024 Commitment to Reducing Inequality Index, according to a joint report by Oxfam and Development Finance International (DFI). The North African nation's performance across key metrics......

Morocco's National Railways Office (ONCF) has announced an ambitious MAD 9.78 billion ($939 million) investment strategy spanning 2025-2027, marking a significant advancement in the country's transportation infrastructure. The comprehensive plan, detailed in the public establishments and enterprises report accompanying the 2025 draft......

On October 23, 2024, Rachid Talbi Alami, the President of the Moroccan House of Representatives, welcomed Laurent Wehrli, the Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Swiss National Council, at the council's headquarters in Rabat. This visit marks a significant parliamentary engagement aimed at bolstering cooperation between Morocco......

Morocco's parliament is taking bold steps toward modernizing its tax system through a comprehensive Finance Bill that targets consumable goods with significant public health implications. The proposed legislation, discussed in a recent ministerial council session led by King Mohammad VI, aims to generate $1.7 billion in revenue through......

Morocco is set to enhance its visa application process as VFS Global takes over the provision of UK visa services, replacing TLS Contact under a newly awarded contract. This significant transition, effective October 22, 2024, will allow applicants to schedule appointments with VFS Global for their UK visa applications. With a presence in......

The European low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced a strategic expansion of its Moroccan network with a new route connecting the cultural hub of Marrakech to Birmingham, England, scheduled to commence in winter 2024. The airline will operate three weekly flights on this route, enhancing travel accessibility between Morocco and the United......

In a significant development for Mediterranean migration policy, Spain's Secretary of State for Security, Rafael Pérez, has designated Morocco as a "priority partner" in addressing irregular migration challenges. The announcement came during the XXI Meeting of the Spanish-Moroccan Permanent Group on Migration held in Marrakech,......

Morocco's economy is set for a calculated upswing, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasting growth rates of 2.8% in 2024 and 3.6% in 2025, signaling a gradual but promising recovery for the North African nation. The latest "World Economic Outlook" report presents an encouraging scenario for Morocco's economic......

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is set to establish a new office in Rabat, Morocco, in December 2024, marking a significant step in enhancing economic collaboration between the United States and Morocco. This initiative aligns with a broader strategy announced during a tripartite agreement in December 2020, which......

The autonomous city of Ceuta faces severe financial instability due to mounting costs associated with caring for unaccompanied migrant minors, according to government spokesperson Alejandro Ramírez. The Mediterranean enclave's administration describes its current financial situation as "practically unsustainable." The......

Morocco's economic landscape is experiencing significant transformation, marked by substantial foreign investments and ambitious infrastructure developments. The nation's strategic focus on automotive manufacturing and green hydrogen initiatives is reshaping its industrial sector, while preparations for hosting major international......

The strawberry industry in Huelva is poised for significant growth as the Asociación de Productores y Exportadores de la Fresa de Huelva, known as Freshuelva, announces an expansion of its workforce recruitment efforts from Morocco. This initiative comes in response to a pressing need for labor, as last season saw nearly 3,000 positions......