Morocco ranks second worldwide in French visas issued in 2025

Morocco ranked second worldwide in the number of French visas issued during 2025, according to the latest official figures released by the French authorities. The ranking highlights the strong travel ties between the two countries and reflects continued demand from Moroccan citizens for travel to France for education, tourism, business, and......

Throne Day: HM King Receives Wishes from the Royal Armed Forces Family

Upon the High Instructions of HM King Mohammed VI, Supreme Commander and Chief of General Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR), HRH Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan received, on Friday at the Royal Guard Officers' Mess in Tetouan, the message of wishes, loyalty, and allegiance addressed to the Sovereign by the entire FAR family on the occasion......

Moroccan diaspora remittances reach MAD 61.48 billion in the first half of 2026

Morocco recorded a strong increase in remittances from its citizens living abroad during the first half of 2026, underlining the continued importance of the Moroccan diaspora to the country's economy. The latest official figures show that money transfers from Moroccans residing overseas remained one of the country's most significant......

Morocco strengthens South-South cooperation and reinforces its role in African integration

South-South cooperation has become a central pillar of Morocco’s foreign policy, reflecting the Kingdom’s long-term commitment to promoting sustainable development and stronger regional integration across Africa. Rather than relying on traditional aid models, Morocco has focused on building partnerships based on mutual interests,......

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan draws attention during Morocco’s Throne Day speech

A brief moment during Morocco’s annual Throne Day ceremony captured widespread public attention, as Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan was seen assisting his father, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, before the monarch delivered his official address. The gesture quickly circulated across social media, where it was widely praised as a symbol of......

Study Finds Social Media Shapes Youth Perceptions of Irregular Migration

A recent field study has highlighted the growing influence of social media on young people's perceptions of irregular migration, suggesting that digital platforms increasingly shape the belief that migration offers a realistic path to a better future. The findings come at a time when migration remains a major social issue, particularly......

Ceuta: Pedro Sánchez Responds to Massive Influx of Migrants from Morocco

The autonomous city of Ceuta is facing a dramatic increase in the arrival of migrants from Morocco, a situation that has led Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to visit the area to assess the consequences of this crisis. In light of the scale of the phenomenon, the head of the Spanish government condemned what he considers an infringement......

Morocco Strengthens Its Position in Global Muslim-Friendly Tourism Rankings

Morocco has reinforced its reputation as one of the leading destinations for Muslim-friendly tourism, ranking 14th globally in the 2026 Global Muslim Travel Index. The ranking reflects the country's continued appeal to Muslim travelers and highlights its strong position in a rapidly expanding international halal tourism market. The Global......

Belgian Moroccan man dies after intervening to protect woman during Brussels tram attack

A 54-year-old Moroccan national living in Belgium, identified as Driss Atounane, has died after being violently attacked while intervening to protect a woman during an incident aboard a tram in Brussels. The entrepreneur, known locally as a respected figure in the Schaerbeek neighborhood, succumbed to his injuries on Sunday, several days......

Macron orders stronger border controls after migrant surge toward Ceuta

French President Emmanuel Macron has instructed Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez to strengthen controls along France’s border with Spain following a recent surge in migrant arrivals toward the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. According to officials close to the French presidency, Macron requested increased monitoring measures after large......

Death toll rises to 19 after mass migrant crossings to Ceuta

The death toll linked to a large-scale migrant crossing toward the Spanish enclave of Ceuta has risen to at least 19, underscoring the growing humanitarian cost of irregular migration across the Morocco-Spain border. According to information reported by Spanish news agency EFE, most of the victims are believed to have drowned while attempting......

Jeune Afrique says royal speech outlines Morocco’s vision as a regional economic power

Morocco is reinforcing its ambition to become a leading regional economic power through a development strategy that combines industrial expansion, strategic sovereignty, and long-term economic resilience. According to an analysis published by Jeune Afrique, the speech delivered by King Mohammed VI on the occasion of Throne Day presented a......

Morocco’s Nation-State Model highlighted in royal speech as pillar of stability

Morocco’s concept of the "nation-state" has gained renewed attention following King Mohammed VI’s Throne Day address, where he described the Kingdom as a historic nation built on strong institutions, national unity, and a long-standing political tradition. The statement has sparked discussions among political analysts......

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