Mawlid in Morocco: A living tradition shaped by centuries of faith and culture

The celebration of Mawlid, commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, holds a distinctive place in Morocco's cultural and religious heritage. Over generations, the occasion has developed beyond a purely religious observance, becoming an important social gathering marked by family visits, devotional practices, poetry, traditional......

Nicolas Arnould recognized among leading academic figures of 2026

Nicolas Arnould, dean and managing director of Rabat Business School at the International University of Rabat, has been recognized by the Trending 2026 platform for his contribution to higher education, academic innovation and the development of business education. With more than two decades of professional experience, Arnould has built a......

Morocco strengthens its position in the global watermelon market

Morocco has strengthened its position in the international watermelon trade, ranking among the world’s leading exporters in 2024 and emerging as the largest Arab exporter by export value, according to data from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and international trade databases. Moroccan watermelon exports......

Morocco-Spain: Trade Reaches 12.22 Billion Euros in Six Months

The economic relationship between Morocco and Spain continues to intensify. In the first half of 2026, trade between the two countries reached 12.22 billion euros, driven by both the growth of Moroccan exports and the increase in purchases from Spain. This dynamic illustrates the growing interconnection of the two economies.Bilateral Trade......

Olive Oil: Spanish Imports from Morocco Surge Dramatically

Spain, the world's leading producer of olive oil, has significantly increased its purchases from Morocco in the first half of 2026. The volumes imported remain modest on the scale of the Spanish market, but their year-on-year growth is remarkable and illustrates the evolution of trade between the two countries in the olive oil sector. A Dramatic......

Morocco becomes an indispensable partner for Spain in trade, industry, migration and security

Morocco has progressively strengthened its position as one of Spain’s most important partners, with bilateral relations expanding well beyond traditional trade. Economic exchanges, industrial cooperation, logistics, migration management and counterterrorism have all contributed to creating a broad network of shared interests between......

Morocco emerges as a regional model for disaster risk management and resilience

Morocco is strengthening its position as a regional example in disaster prevention and resilience, moving from a response-focused approach toward a broader strategy centered on risk reduction, preparedness and financial protection. Recent assessments by the World Bank highlight the country’s growing efforts to address natural hazards......

Morocco emerges as a key player in European border security, Bloomberg says

Morocco is becoming an increasingly important partner for the European Union in managing migration and protecting its external borders, according to a recent Bloomberg analysis that highlights Rabat’s growing influence in its relations with Brussels. The analysis points to the latest migration tensions around Ceuta as evidence of Europe’s......

U.S. court ruling revives hopes for Moroccan immigrant visa applicants

A federal judge in Manhattan has overturned a U.S. government policy that had suspended the processing of immigrant visa applications from citizens of 75 countries, including Morocco, offering renewed hope to Moroccan applicants whose cases had remained on hold since January. Judge Jeanette Vargas ruled in favor of the visa applicants, finding......

Morocco–United States: Rising Freight Costs Challenge Logistics Competitiveness

The new increase announced by CMA CGM for shipments to the United States will add to the logistics costs for Moroccan exporters starting September 2026. However, this pressure on maritime transport does not undermine the Kingdom's main competitive advantages: a leading port platform around Tanger Med, a free trade agreement with Washington,......

Ayyoub Bouaddi Joins Manchester City: Moroccan to Sign with Citizens for 100 Million Euros

The Ayyoub Bouaddi saga is reaching a decisive turning point. Lille and Manchester City have reached an agreement for the transfer of the young Moroccan midfielder, in a deal that could total 100 million euros, including bonuses. The news, reported this Sunday, August 23, confirms the culmination of several weeks of negotiations between the......

The Yen Soars: What Risks for the Dirham and the Moroccan Economy?

A rapid surge in the Japanese currency could trigger a massive unwinding of positions financed in yen and reignite tensions in international markets. While Morocco remains relatively insulated from the mechanics of the "carry trade," it could nonetheless feel the repercussions of a global risk aversion episode, particularly through the dollar,......

Moroccan Dirham: Why the Dollar Declined by 0.16% Against the MAD

The USD/MAD pair continued its decline during the week of August 10 to 14, 2026, in a context marked by favorable liquidity effects for the dirham. According to data from Attijari Global Research (AGR), the dollar decreased by 0.16% against the Moroccan currency, settling at 9.30 dirhams.Dirham Supported by Liquidity ConditionsThis evolution......

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