Royal Air Maroc expands fleet to 68 aircraft as global growth strategy accelerates

Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has reached a new milestone in its expansion strategy after adding another Boeing 787 Dreamliner to its fleet, bringing the airline's total number of aircraft to 68. The latest delivery reflects the national carrier's ongoing efforts to strengthen its international network and meet growing demand for air travel. The......

Morocco strengthens its position as a strategic economic partner for the United Kingdom

Trade relations between Morocco and the United Kingdom continued to expand in the year ending in the first quarter of 2026, highlighting the growing economic partnership between the two countries. Stronger commercial exchanges across several industries have reinforced Morocco’s role as one of the United Kingdom’s key trading partners......

The Interior Ministry explains the circumstances surrounding migration attempts to Ceuta and Melilla

Moroccan authorities believe that the recent events recorded at the crossing points leading to Ceuta and Melilla are the result of a combination of converging factors rather than a spontaneous phenomenon. In a public statement, the Interior Ministry emphasizes that the exploitation of social networks, the spread of false information, the......

AMMC approves Veolia Environnement employee share offering for Moroccan subsidiaries

Morocco's Capital Market Authority (AMMC) has approved the final prospectus for Veolia Environnement's capital increase reserved for employees, allowing eligible staff of the group's Moroccan subsidiaries to participate in the international employee share ownership programme. The regulator announced that it granted its approval......

Russia imports gasoline from Morocco for the first time amid domestic fuel shortages

Russia has imported gasoline from Morocco for the first time, marking an unusual development in the country's fuel supply strategy as authorities seek to address domestic shortages caused by disruptions to refining capacity. According to sources cited by Reuters, approximately 30,000 metric tons of AI-92 gasoline were shipped from Morocco......

Morocco’s automotive exports surge to MAD 93.6 billion in first half of 2026

Morocco's automotive sector delivered another strong performance during the first half of 2026, with exports reaching MAD 93.65 billion (approximately $9.36 billion), reflecting 17.4% year-on-year growth, according to the latest foreign trade data released by the Office des Changes. The figures confirm the industry's position as the......

Boston court clears Moroccan citizens in Wassim Karkouch case, highlighting dangers of misinformation

A municipal court in Boston, Massachusetts, has issued a final ruling in the case involving Wassim Karkouch, concluding that no Moroccan citizens were involved in the actions initially attributed to them. According to the court’s findings, Moroccan nationals who were present during the incident had, in fact, intervened to assist and......

Morocco targets group victory against Senegal in Women’s AFCON 2026, says Jorge Vilda

Morocco head coach Jorge Vilda has stressed that his team’s primary objective is to secure victory over Senegal in their final Group A match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, a result that would guarantee qualification for the quarter-finals and potentially secure first place in the group. Speaking during a pre-match......

Morocco’s Foreign Exchange Office steps up investigations into unrepatriated export earnings

Morocco’s Foreign Exchange Office has intensified inspections targeting exporters and Moroccan investors operating abroad as authorities increase efforts to ensure compliance with foreign exchange regulations governing the repatriation of overseas earnings. According to local reports, the financial watchdog has launched a series of......

Morocco’s bank lending grows 9.9% in June as business financing accelerates

Bank lending to Morocco’s non-financial sector accelerated in June 2026, reflecting stronger financing activity among businesses and continued support for economic investment, according to the latest monetary statistics released by Bank Al-Maghrib. The central bank reported that outstanding credit to the non-financial sector increased......

Vatican appoints apostolic administrator to oversee Rabat archdiocese amid inquiry into cardinal Cristobal Lopez Romero

The Vatican has appointed a temporary administrator to lead the Archdiocese of Rabat while an internal investigation continues into allegations involving Cardinal Cristobal Lopez Romero, the Spanish-born archbishop who has stepped aside from his governing responsibilities during the process. The decision marks a significant development in......

Ceuta installs 500-meter sea barrier amid migration pressure

Spanish authorities have begun installing a new maritime security system in Ceuta aimed at strengthening border control following a major migration crisis that recently affected the enclave. The Spanish government announced that work started early Saturday at the Tarajal breakwater, where a 500-meter-long inflatable barrier is being deployed......

Germany highlights strong Morocco partnership and prospects for deeper cooperation

Germany has reaffirmed the strength of its partnership with Morocco, highlighting growing strategic ties and opportunities to expand cooperation in key sectors including energy, education and skilled labor mobility. Speaking in Berlin during a reception marking the 27th anniversary of HM King Mohammed VI’s accession to the Moroccan......

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