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U.S. Embassy in Rabat marks 250th independence anniversary and highlights long-standing U.S.–Morocco partnership

The Embassy of the United States in Rabat has celebrated the 250th anniversary of American independence during its annual national day reception, held for the first time at the historic Chellah site in Morocco’s capital. The event brought together senior Moroccan officials, diplomats, and representatives......

Bourita and UN counterterrorism official discuss African security cooperation

Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita held talks with Alexander Zuev, Acting Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, on the sidelines of the fifth High-Level Meeting of Heads of African Counter-Terrorism and Security Agencies, known as the Marrakech Platform.......

Moroccan parliament approves 22 international agreements across sectors

The Moroccan House of Representatives has unanimously approved 22 draft laws ratifying international agreements covering bilateral and multilateral cooperation. The vote took place during a plenary session and included 17 bilateral agreements and 5 multilateral accords spanning customs, taxation, transport,......

Moroccan families press for faster transfer of prisoners from Iraq

Families of Moroccan prisoners held in Iraq are urging authorities to speed up the implementation of a prisoner transfer agreement signed between Rabat and Baghdad nearly a year ago. Relatives say the prolonged delay is worsening humanitarian and health concerns for inmates who have spent years behind......

The XI of the Week: Between World Cup fever and rising momentum ahead of the legislative elections

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer and attention turns to the United States, where the Atlas Lions are preparing to compete with the ambitions of football’s greatest nations, the Moroccan platform “Walaw” has chosen to adopt a distinctly sporting tone to revisit the week’s......

African media forum in Bamako pushes narrative sovereignty

The first edition of the Pan-African Media Forum took place in Bamako from 3 to 6 June 2026, bringing together journalists, media executives, digital experts and institutional representatives. The event placed African media cooperation at the center of discussions under the theme of strengthening links......

UN envoy begins regional tour on Western Sahara talks

Staffan de Mistura, the United Nations Secretary-General’s personal envoy for the Sahara file, has begun a new regional tour aimed at restarting political negotiations under UN auspices. The visit comes at a moment of sustained diplomatic activity and renewed international attention on the long-standing......

Morocco reports progress in education reform and student achievement

Morocco's government has highlighted significant progress in the implementation of its education reform strategy, emphasizing improvements in student learning outcomes and a notable reduction in school dropout rates. The reforms form part of a broader national effort to strengthen human capital and......

HM King Mohammed VI sends condolences to Claude Chirac following the death of Bernadette Chirac

His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco has sent a message of condolence and compassion to Claude Chirac following the passing of her mother, Bernadette Chirac. In his message, the Moroccan monarch expressed deep emotion upon learning of the death, extending sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy......

U.S. ambassador Buchan received by HM King Mohammed VI as ties with Morocco emphasized

U.S. Ambassador Duke Buchan III presented his letters of credence to His Majesty King Mohammed VI at the royal palace in Rabat, marking a formal start to his diplomatic mission and a public affirmation of close bilateral ties. Buchan described the reception as a personal milestone and invoked nearly......

Morocco prosecutors ordered to tighten control over electoral lists

The head of the public prosecution has issued a circular instructing prosecutors general and first instance prosecutors to strengthen oversight of electoral lists ahead of the upcoming registration period scheduled from May 15 to June 13. The directive places electoral registration at the center of the......

United States plans regional drone training center in Morocco

The United States is advancing plans to establish a regional drone training center in Morocco as part of a broader defense initiative outlined in a proposed amendment to its 2027 defense authorization framework. The facility is intended to train African partner forces in the use of unmanned aerial systems......

Morocco wins overwhelming ECOSOC seat with 178 votes

Morocco secured election to the United Nations Economic and Social Council after receiving 178 votes out of 187 during a ballot held at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The result confirms strong international backing for Morocco’s candidacy for the 2027 to 2029 term. The Economic......

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