The Moroccan Forum of Cultural and Creative Industries (FOMICC) opened in Rabat for its third edition, showcasing the growing cultural sector's ambition to play a pivotal role in the national economy. Running from December 11 to 14 at the National Institute of Music and Choreographic Arts (INSMAC),......
The Port of Cadiz has reestablished regular maritime connections with Morocco after an 11-year hiatus, a major step in revitalizing cross-strait trade and cooperation. This milestone marks a turning point in the port's strategic expansion plan, which aims to strengthen ties with both Morocco and......
Morocco and Spain are moving to strengthen their economic ties as both nations prepare to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Portugal. The initiative reflects a shared vision for sustainable growth and deeper regional integration. Morocco’s General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises......
Morocco’s government will revise its upcoming national budget to prioritize spending on health and education, aiming to address deep-rooted social disparities and respond to growing public discontent. The announcement comes after weeks of nationwide protests led by young Moroccans demanding better......
As Morocco prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, the event brings more than just athletic anticipation. It presents a rare opportunity for the nation to accelerate its green transition while addressing large-scale infrastructure needs. Policymakers, investors, and......
Morocco has imposed a temporary suspension on poultry imports from Portugal following the outbreak of a highly pathogenic bird flu virus (H5N1) near Lisbon. The decision, announced by the National Office for Food Safety (ONSSA), includes the ban of live poultry, eggs, meat, processed products, and animal......
Morocco has made a remarkable comeback in its potato export industry during the 2024-2025 season, following five years of declining performance. Between July 2024 and May 2025, the country exported 42,900 tons of consumer potatoes valued at $14.9 million, representing a 5.7-fold increase compared to......
Portugal is considering an electrical interconnection with Morocco as part of its €400 million energy security plan, aiming to strengthen its power grid and prevent major blackouts like the one that affected the Iberian Peninsula in June. During a press conference on Monday, Portugal’s Minister......
Spain’s western Extremadura region continues its efforts to combat depopulation by offering grants of up to €10,000 to attract digital nomads and remote workers. While many Spanish regions grapple with overtourism and rising living costs, Extremadura stands out, actively seeking new residents......
Morocco’s co-hosting of the 2030 FIFA World Cup with Spain and Portugal is expected to generate more than 100,000 jobs annually while boosting the nation’s economic growth by 1.7%, announced Economy and Finance Minister Nadia Fettah during the eighth Morocco Today Forum (MTF) in Rabat. Transformative......
Morocco's electricity grid has witnessed a significant surge in demand, peaking at around 7.0 gigawatts on June 20, attributed to persistent heatwaves that have increased reliance on air conditioning. This figure represents a nearly 5% rise compared to 2024, according to Energy Transition Minister......
There was a time when summer holidays in Morocco meant pure joy and heartfelt nostalgia — a return to one’s roots, shared tajines with family, and the vibrant alleys of sun-drenched medinas. But for many Moroccan expatriates, that tradition is shifting. Today, a growing number are shortening......
Morocco's National Airport Authority (ONDA) has initiated a strategic restructuring of its leadership to propel its ambitious "Airports 2030" plan, aimed at modernizing the nation’s airport infrastructure to meet international standards. Leadership restructuring to drive transformation ONDA......
