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The French government has officially appointed Philippe Lalliot as the new ambassador of France to Morocco, replacing Christophe Lecourtier, who recently assumed leadership of the French Development Agency (AFD). The appointment was confirmed through a presidential decree published in France’s Official Journal on May 15. The decision......
Morocco’s government has approved MAD 20 billion in additional budget credits to finance subsidies, support public institutions, address emergency spending, and respond to recent flood damage in northern parts of the country. The measures were presented before the Finance and Economic Development Committee in the House of Representatives......
Starlink has expanded rapidly across African markets as governments reassess how to regulate foreign satellite internet providers. The service has obtained authorization in more than 30 countries on the continent, marking one of the fastest telecom rollouts in recent years. The expansion has intensified discussions on digital sovereignty,......
Morocco’s lower house of parliament has approved a draft law aimed at reinforcing oversight and crisis management within the country’s banking sector. The legislation targets the legal framework governing credit institutions and the central bank, with a focus on improving early intervention tools and resolution mechanisms for financial......
The second edition of the Timeless Festival by U Radio concluded in Casablanca after three days of large-scale performances and immersive cultural programming. Held from 14 to 16 May at Anfa Park, the event transformed the site into a multifunctional festival space designed to merge live music, digital experiences, and social interaction.......
Cegid has opened its new Cegid Atlas centre of excellence in Casablanca, marking a significant step in its international expansion strategy. The facility is located in Casablanca Finance City and begins operations with 240 employees, reinforcing Morocco’s position within the company’s global operating model. The initiative aligns......
The International Organization for Migration presented in Rabat the findings of a comparative analysis on the territorial implementation of Morocco’s National Immigration and Asylum Strategy across four regions: Oriental, Souss-Massa, Tanger-Tétouan-Al Hoceïma and Béni Mellal-Khénifra. The study examines how......
Aziz Akhannouch has presented a detailed review of his government’s social and economic achievements ahead of the end of the current legislative term, highlighting reforms carried out between 2021 and 2026. In a video message shared on official social media platforms, the Moroccan head of government described this period as one of gradual......
Jean-Noël Barrot is expected to visit Morocco on Wednesday for high-level talks with Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita, as both countries continue to strengthen their diplomatic partnership. The visit comes several months after a state visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Morocco, which marked a renewed phase in bilateral......
Morocco has reiterated its strong commitment to the stability and national unity of Guinea-Bissau during a meeting of the African Union Peace and Security Council (PSC). During discussions focused on the political transition and security situation in Guinea-Bissau, the Moroccan delegation emphasized the importance of inclusive and peaceful......
Between diplomatic breakthroughs, security vigilance, institutional reforms and preparations for Eid Al-Adha, Morocco experienced a particularly dense week across political, economic and strategic fronts. From the resumption of relations with Syria to the acceleration of electoral preparations, alongside announcements related to health, agriculture......
Morocco faces a large and persistent loss of public revenue linked to value added tax fraud, estimated at around 12.9 billion dirhams per year. The figure reflects a system in which fraudulent refund claims continue to exploit structural weaknesses in tax administration and corporate reporting. Public finance experts describe the phenomenon......
Morocco’s tomato exports to Finland reached a historic level during the 2025/2026 season, marking a significant expansion of the country’s presence in Nordic food markets. Between July 2025 and February 2026, shipments totaled around 2,200 tonnes, representing a doubling compared with the previous season and generating nearly six......
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