Canary Islands government aligns with Spain’s support for Moroccan autonomy plan

The government of the Canary Islands has expressed its full alignment with the official position of Spain regarding the Sahara issue, supporting the Moroccan autonomy proposal as a realistic and credible basis for resolving the long-standing dispute. Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo stated in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria that the region......

Morocco launches probe into rice imports amid pressure on farmers

Morocco’s Ministry of Industry and Trade has opened a safeguard investigation into rising rice imports after a formal complaint from two domestic producers. The inquiry, which began on April 13, covers both white and brown rice and comes at a sensitive moment for the agricultural sector as farmers prepare for the next planting season. The......

Audit court investigates alleged irregularities in public procurement contracts

The national audit institution has launched a series of investigations following suspicions of irregular practices in public procurement contracts related to audits and consultancy studies. According to early findings, several consultancy firms may have participated in tenders through multiple affiliated companies, sometimes managed through......

Lachguar draws clear lines on women's rights, opposition, and democratic balance

Driss Lachguar, First Secretary of Morocco's Union Socialiste des Forces Populaires (USFP), delivered a wide-ranging and assertive television appearance on April 23, 2026, addressing the country's most pressing political questions with unusual candor. Speaking on a prime-time political program, the veteran socialist leader covered......

Ceuta imports over 4,000 tons of Moroccan sand since customs reopening

Since the reopening of the commercial customs office between Morocco and Ceuta, the Spanish enclave has significantly increased its imports of construction materials, particularly sand, according to Spanish media reports. Official sources cited by local press indicate that more than 4,000 tons of sand have been transported from Morocco to......

HM King Mohammed VI congratulates Tanzanian president on national day

HM King Mohammed VI of Morocco has sent a message of congratulations to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on the occasion of her country’s national day, reaffirming the strong ties between Morocco and Tanzania. In his message, the Moroccan monarch expressed warm wishes for health and happiness to President Samia Suluhu Hassan,......

Morocco suspends electronic travel authorization for Malian travelers starting April 27

The Morocco has announced the suspension of the Electronic Travel Authorization (AEVM) requirement for citizens of Mali, effective Monday, April 27, 2026. Under this new measure, Malian travelers will no longer need to complete an online authorization before entering Morocco. A valid passport will now be sufficient, provided standard entry......

The Ministry of Culture launches the 5th National Visual Arts Award

The Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication – Department of Culture – has announced the launch of the 5th edition of the National Visual Arts Award, with applications open from April 24 to June 15, 2026. This initiative aims to promote creativity, support artists, and discover emerging talents while providing financial and......

France considers higher tuition fees, raising concern among Moroccan students

France is facing growing criticism over a proposed reform that would significantly increase university tuition fees for non-European students, a move that has sparked concern among many international applicants, particularly from Morocco. The plan aims to enforce higher registration fees for students from outside the European Union. Under......

Taounate invests in water, electricity and sanitation infrastructure modernization

More than 459 million dirhams have been allocated to modernize and expand essential public services in the province of Taounate, as part of a broader effort to improve infrastructure and reduce regional disparities in Morocco. The investment program, led by the Regional Multiservices Company of Fès-Meknès, focuses on upgrading......

Morocco launches central unit in Rabat to combat violence against women

A new central operational unit dedicated to supporting women victims of violence has been officially launched in Rabat, marking a significant step in strengthening protection mechanisms across Morocco. The structure, established under the Ministry of Solidarity, Social Integration and Family, aims to improve coordination between institutions......

Switzerland reaffirms support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative on Moroccan Sahara

Switzerland has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s autonomy initiative as a basis for resolving the long-standing dispute over the  Sahara, highlighting growing international backing for the proposal. The position was outlined during a diplomatic exchange in Bern between Ignazio Cassis, Switzerland’s Vice President and......

Morocco–Luxembourg: Economy Minister Lex Delles on official mission to strengthen bilateral cooperation

Luxembourg’s Minister of the Economy, SMEs, Energy and Tourism, Lex Delles, is set to lead a high-level economic mission to Morocco from May 4 to May 7, 2026, aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations and exploring new investment opportunities. The delegation will bring together public institutions and private companies from......

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