Politics
In a significant diplomatic move, the Republic of Chad has officially inaugurated its consulate in Dakhla, Morocco. This development, which came to fruition on August 14, 2024, marks a pivotal moment in Chad-Morocco relations and underscores the growing international recognition of Morocco's territorial......
In a recent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) discussion, intended to address the lack of effective African representation within the council, diplomatic tensions flared as Algeria's regime injected the Sahara dispute into the conversation. This move prompted a swift and firm response from Morocco's......
In a significant diplomatic gesture, Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing relations with Rwanda during President Paul Kagame's inauguration for a fourth term. The ceremony, held in Kigali, saw Kagame re-elected with an overwhelming majority, securing over 98% of the vote in July. Representing......
In a bold assertion, Spanish intelligence analyst Fernando Cocho suggests that the cities of Ceuta and Melilla may come under shared Spanish-Moroccan sovereignty by the early 2030s. Cocho claims this strategic move has the backing of both the European Union, notably France, and the United States. The......
Rising Government Spending Overshadows Revenue Gains As of July 2024, Morocco's budget deficit has expanded to MAD 35.2 billion ($3.56 billion), up from MAD 27.7 billion ($2.8 billion) in the same period last year, according to the Treasury General of the Kingdom (TGR). The deficit includes a positive......
In a show of unwavering solidarity, Morocco, under the guidance of King Mohammed VI, continues to champion the Palestinian cause. His Majesty’s consistent condemnation of violence against Gazan civilians has marked Morocco as a steadfast ally. Recently, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa......
In a dramatic turn of events, Morocco's Justice and Development Party (PJD) has issued a forceful statement condemning the recent attack on a Gaza school that resulted in significant civilian casualties. The incident, which occurred during dawn prayers on Saturday, August 10, at Al-Taba'een school......
The newly elected British government has delivered a significant endorsement of Morocco's position on the Sahara dispute, affirming the legality of commercial activities between the UK and Morocco in the region. In a recent response to a parliamentary question, Labour MP Hamish Falconer stated,......
In a bold legal move, Moroccan-Dutch tax advisor and legal consultant Karim Aachboun has filed an urgent petition at the Brussels District Court, seeking to block the appointment of former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte as the next Secretary General of NATO. Aachboun's challenge stems from two......
In a significant move to bolster diplomatic relations, Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, engaged in a telephone conversation with his Japanese counterpart, Kamikawa Yoko. The dialogue focused on reinforcing the robust connections between the two nations. According to Morocco’s......
UN Secretary-General’s report lauds Morocco’s commitment to ceasefire and support for UN efforts to reach a political settlement in Sahara. The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, has submitted his annual report on the situation in Morocco’s southern provinces,......
In an exclusive conversation with Le Point Afrique, Xavier Driencourt, the former French Ambassador to Algeria, shed light on a pivotal diplomatic shift. France's recent acknowledgment of Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara is expected to trigger a wave of similar recognitions across Europe. Driencourt......
In a significant diplomatic exchange, Moroccan Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita held a phone conversation on Monday with David Lammy, the newly appointed Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Affairs of the United Kingdom. The dialogue centered on a range of regional......
