Politics



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......

Moroccan RNI announces candidates for the 2026 legislative elections

With just months to go before the legislative elections scheduled for September 23, 2026, the National Rally of Independents (RNI) has taken a decisive step in its electoral preparations. On Friday, June 5, 2026, in Rabat, the party unveiled the official list of its candidates for the various constituencies......

HM King Mohammed VI appoints and renews members of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power

HM King Mohammed VI received the President-Delegate of the Supreme Council of the Judicial Power and several newly appointed and renewed members of the institution during a ceremony held at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Thursday. The appointments were made in accordance with the provisions of the Moroccan......

HM King Mohammed VI receives foreign ambassadors in Rabat

HM King Mohammed VI received a group of newly appointed foreign ambassadors at the Royal Palace in Rabat on Thursday, marking an important diplomatic event that reflects Morocco’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its international partnerships and expanding cooperation with countries and organizations......

Morocco strengthens strategic alliance with Mali under HM King Mohammed VI’s leadership

Morocco continues to position itself as a key ally of Mali, reinforcing bilateral relations under the leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, according to statements made by Malian officials during a pan-African media forum held in Bamako. The Malian Minister of Communication, Digital Economy and Administrative......

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