Christopher Deutsch assumes the role of U.S. Consul General in Casablanca

The American diplomatic representation in Morocco welcomes a new leader in Casablanca. Christopher Deutsch has just taken office as the U.S. Consul General in the Kingdom's economic capital, tasked with strengthening a bilateral relationship that Washington presents as one of its oldest alliances. Appointed under the authority of the U.S.......

Hakim Ziyech set to continue his journey with Wydad

Hakim Ziyech appears increasingly likely to remain with Wydad Athletic Club for another season, as preparations for the upcoming campaign continue. According to information reported by local sports media, the Moroccan international still enjoys the confidence of the club’s management as well as strong support from Wydad supporters.......

Morocco ranks among Africa’s leaders in mobile internet performance

Morocco has strengthened its position in Africa’s digital landscape, ranking second on the continent for mobile internet download speeds during the first half of 2026, according to measurements published by nPerf. The ranking is based on tests conducted between January 1 and July 1, 2026, and places Morocco behind Madagascar. Moroccan......

Morgan Stanley increases its exposure to Morocco as investor confidence grows

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has gradually increased its exposure to the Moroccan market in 2026, signaling stronger confidence in the country’s economic and industrial prospects while maintaining a cautious stance toward the valuation of Moroccan equities. The move concerns the firm’s NextGen Emerging Markets fund, which......

Morocco builds a global platform for industrial investment

Morocco is strengthening its position as an emerging destination for foreign investment, particularly in automotive manufacturing, electric-vehicle batteries, renewable energy and logistics. The country’s strategy is increasingly based on connecting industrial production with modern infrastructure, clean energy and export-oriented supply......

Morocco advances military transport fleet modernization with second C-130H sent to Texas

A second C-130H aircraft belonging to the Royal Moroccan Air Force has arrived in Waco, Texas, as part of a multi-year program aimed at modernizing Morocco’s military transport fleet and strengthening its operational readiness. The aircraft is undergoing maintenance and modernization work at a facility operated by L3Harris Technologies.......

Spain’s People’s Party caught between geopolitical realities and domestic political calculations

Spain’s People’s Party (PP) and its leader, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, appear to be navigating an increasingly complex position toward Morocco, combining calls for stronger bilateral relations with a more confrontational political discourse on issues such as migration, Ceuta and the Sahara dispute. In an interview......

Morocco tightens compliance rules for offshore holding companies

Morocco is strengthening oversight of offshore holding companies as part of broader efforts to improve transparency and reinforce safeguards against money laundering and illicit financial flows. The Office des Changes announced Monday the publication of Circular No. 2/2026, setting out new vigilance and internal monitoring requirements for......

Morocco sets its sights on the global artificial intelligence race

Morocco is increasingly positioning itself as an emerging technology hub in Africa, with artificial intelligence (AI) becoming a central part of its digital transformation strategy. Recent coverage by German public broadcaster Deutschlandfunk Kultur highlighted the kingdom’s efforts to expand its capabilities in AI and strengthen its......

Moroccan ports enter the age of speed as technology transforms maritime logistics

Morocco’s ports are undergoing a major digital transformation as automation, data-driven systems and smart technologies become increasingly important in the management of maritime traffic. The shift is changing the way containers, ships and cargo are handled, while helping ports improve efficiency, reduce waiting times and strengthen......

Syria says IAEA set to announce major progress on nuclear investigations

Syria says a forthcoming visit by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) will mark a significant step forward in efforts to clarify the country’s nuclear history. The Syrian Atomic Energy Commission said Tuesday that an IAEA delegation is expected to arrive in Syria in the coming days and will announce what Damascus described......

Morocco–United States: AMTEC Opens a New Chapter in Military Cooperation

Morocco and the United States are expanding their defense partnership through the gradual development of the African Multidomain Training and Experimentation Center (AMTEC), a facility designed to support military training, technology testing and the evaluation of emerging capabilities. A live-fire demonstration held in early August near Tan-Tan......

TikTok and Meta join EU efforts to tackle misinformation linked to Ceuta border crossings

TikTok and Meta have agreed to work with the European Union to strengthen fact-checking efforts around online content related to attempts to cross the border into Spain, following a mass movement toward Ceuta in late July. The initiative was announced by Henna Virkkunen, the European Commission’s executive vice-president responsible......

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