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France Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Sahara Plans Despite EU Court Ruling

In a bold move that underscores the complex dynamics of European-African relations, France has declared its continued backing of Morocco's development efforts in Sahara. This stance comes in the wake of a recent European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling that challenges the legality of trade agreements......

Spain Stands Firm: Foreign Minister Reaffirms Sahara Stance Amid EU Court Ruling

Spain's Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares has reaffirmed the country's unwavering position on the Sahara issue, following a recent European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling that challenges the legality of trade and fisheries agreements between the European Union and Morocco. Addressing the Spanish......

European Court Ruling Challenges EU-Morocco Trade Agreements Over Sahara

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) has delivered a controversial verdict that could potentially disrupt trade relations between the European Union and Morocco. In a ruling on Friday, the court determined that the European Commission "violated the right of self-determination of Sahara's population"......

Morocco Challenges EU Court Ruling on Agricultural and Fisheries Agreements

In a bold stance, Morocco has declared its non-recognition of the recent European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling concerning agricultural and fisheries agreements between Morocco and the European Union. The Moroccan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates issued a statement......

EU Court Invalidates Morocco Trade Agreements: Implications for European-African Commerce

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has delivered a ruling that could significantly impact trade relations between the European Union and Morocco. The court has definitively annulled the agricultural and fisheries trade agreements between the two parties, citing that these accords were......

EU Court Ruling Unlikely to Disrupt 'Stable' Moroccan-Spanish Relations

Spain's Commitment to Bilateral Ties Remains Unwavering In a recent development, the European Union's Court of Justice (ECJ) is set to deliver a ruling on the EU-Morocco trade and fisheries agreements. Despite the potential implications of this decision, Spanish Agriculture, Fisheries and Food......

New Horizons: Morocco Appoints Abdessamad Tajerramt as Consul General in Toronto

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Ottawa has officially welcomed Mr. Abdessamad Tajerramt as the new Consul General in Toronto. This appointment is significant as it marks a new chapter in diplomatic relations between Morocco and Canada, particularly in the vibrant city of Toronto, which serves......

Navigating Global Challenges: The 16th MEDays Forum Set to Spark Dialogue in Tangier

Under the esteemed patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the 16th edition of the MEDays Forum is poised to take place in Tangier from November 27 to 30, 2024. This year's theme, "Sovereignties and Resilience: Towards a New Global Balance," encapsulates the pressing need for dialogue......

Morocco and UK Bolster Security Ties: Collaboration on Major Events and Regional Challenges

In a significant move to enhance bilateral security cooperation, high-ranking officials from Morocco and the United Kingdom recently convened in Rabat to discuss a wide range of security matters. The meeting, which took place between Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of Morocco's National Security......

US Reaffirms Support for Morocco's Sahara Stance, Frustrating Algeria

The United States has once again demonstrated its unwavering support for Morocco's territorial integrity in the Sahara dispute, much to the chagrin of Algeria and the separatist Polisario Front. Recent actions by the US State Department and embassy in Morocco have reinforced Washington's position,......

Moroccan Autonomy Plan: A Credible Solution to Regional Disputes, Says British Think Tank

The autonomy plan proposed by Morocco to address the ongoing conflict surrounding its territorial integrity has been characterized as the "most credible and widely endorsed" solution for this regional dispute, according to a recent report from The Cambridge Middle East and North Africa Forum......

Abdellatif Hammouchi receives British Senior Military Advisor for the MENA region

Abdellatif Hammouchi, the Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance (DGSN-DGST) in Morocco, welcomed Vice Admiral Edward Ahlgren, the British Senior Military Advisor for the Middle East and North Africa, during a working visit to Morocco. This significant meeting took place at......

Morocco Challenges Algeria's Stance on Sahara at UN General Assembly

In a recent exchange at the United Nations General Assembly, Morocco's UN Representative Omar Hilale firmly rebutted claims made by Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf regarding the status of Sahara. This latest diplomatic confrontation highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding the disputed territory......