Morocco and Indonesia expand halal trade recognition framework

Morocco and Indonesia have formalized a bilateral agreement to mutually recognize halal certification systems, a move designed to ease trade flows and expand access for Moroccan exporters to one of the world’s largest halal consumer markets. The agreement focuses on aligning certification standards to reduce technical barriers that have......

Morocco judiciary and markets regulator deepen financial oversight cooperation

The Higher Council of the Judiciary and Morocco’s capital markets regulator signed a framework agreement in Rabat aimed at reinforcing coordination in financial oversight, legal training, and market integrity. The partnership seeks to align judicial and regulatory practices in response to the growing complexity of financial activity......

Morocco 2030 exposes three blind spots in private tendering

International investors assessing Morocco’s construction and infrastructure pipeline toward 2030 are focusing less on headline investment volumes and more on how private construction decisions are structured before execution begins. At higher deal flow, the tendering layer becomes a critical factor in capital allocation decisions, shaping......

Atlas next frame festival brings student animation to Casablanca

The Atlas Next Frame Festival will take place in Casablanca from 4 to 6 June 2026 at the Institut Français du Maroc. The event focuses on student animation, visual arts, and emerging forms of image creation. It marks the launch of a new international platform designed to connect young creators with professionals in the global animation......

ONCF launches special transport plan for Eid Al-Adha travel peak

Morocco’s National Railway Office (ONCF) has introduced a special travel plan to manage the expected surge in passenger demand during the Eid Al-Adha period, running from May 20 to June 7. The initiative aims to ensure safe, comfortable, and smooth travel conditions across the national rail network during one of the busiest holiday......

Fez Sacred Music Festival to host 160 artists from around the world in June 2026

The Fez Sacred Music Festival returns for its 29th edition from June 4 to 7, 2026, bringing together more than 160 artists from four continents for a program devoted to the sacred rituals, chants, and dances of world civilizations. The Moroccan city of Fez, long regarded as a spiritual capital, will serve as the backdrop for performances at......

Oppo places long-term reliability at core of mobile experience

Oppo is repositioning smartphone durability as a central pillar of its user experience strategy, emphasizing long-term reliability over short-term performance gains. As mobile devices become essential tools for communication, work, entertainment, and content creation, the company argues that stability over time now defines real product value. Modern......

Morocco and France sign agreement to strengthen fight against terrorism financing

Morocco and France have signed a new cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing during an international conference held in Paris. The agreement was concluded between Morocco’s National Financial Intelligence Authority and the French financial intelligence agency Tracfin. According......

Sumud flotilla interception sparks diplomatic tensions after Israel operation

The interception of the Sumud flotilla in international waters has triggered a wave of diplomatic reactions across Europe and the Middle East. The maritime convoy, which was heading toward Gaza with humanitarian supplies, was stopped on 18 May 2026 during an Israeli naval operation carried out at approximately 250 nautical miles from the Gaza......

Casablanca club honors top chefs and restaurants 2026 awards

A Casablanca-based culinary association has recognized leading chefs and restaurants during its annual awards ceremony, highlighting the city’s growing gastronomy scene and its role in promoting Moroccan culinary talent. The distinctions were presented during a gala event attended by professionals from the restaurant and hospitality......

France and Morocco prepare historic state visit of HM King Mohammed VI

Diplomatic relations between France and Morocco are entering a new phase as both governments prepare a long-anticipated state visit by His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The announcement followed talks in Rabat between Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, and his French counterpart, Jean-Noël Barrot. While no official......

Morocco tax expert urges broader fiscal base reform

A leading Moroccan economist has called for a deep restructuring of the country’s tax system, arguing that current revenue patterns place disproportionate pressure on salaried workers while leaving large parts of economic activity under-taxed. The analysis focuses on personal income tax, corporate tax concentration, and persistent distortions......

UN and France praise Morocco’s role in peacekeeping diplomacy in Rabat

Rabat hosted the 2nd Ministerial Conference on peacekeeping in a Francophone environment, where Morocco’s role in international stabilization efforts received recognition from both France and the United Nations. The discussions highlighted the evolving challenges facing peace operations and the need for stronger cooperation to address......

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