Political pressures drive recent dismissals in Moroccan municipalities

Recent developments in Morocco’s municipal landscape have revealed a series of dismissals affecting key department heads and employees in critical sectors such as taxation and urban planning. These changes have predominantly occurred in municipalities that faced audits by the General Inspectorate......

Strengthening ties: Spain and Morocco’s evolving relationship

The bilateral relationship between Morocco and Spain is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a robust diplomatic partnership that has emerged after a period of tension over Western Sahara-related issues. In a recent address to the Spanish Senate, Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares......

African support for Morocco’s initiative to reintegrate countries in political transition

Several African countries have expressed their support for Morocco’s initiative to reintegrate nations suspended from the African Union following military coups. After Burkina Faso, both Gabon and Niger have joined this momentum. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Niger sent a letter to his Moroccan......

US Senate approves Duke Buchan III as ambassador to Morocco

The United States Senate confirmed the appointment of Duke Buchan III as the U.S. Ambassador to Morocco. This decision highlights the ongoing, strong partnership between the two nations, emphasizing strategic cooperation and sustainable dialogue on key regional issues, particularly the active Sahara......

Morocco's notable efforts in promoting interfaith dialogue

Morocco is making significant strides in fostering interfaith dialogue, as highlighted by Manzila Uddin, a member of the British House of Lords, during a recent event in London. Uddin praised the country's commitment to bridging differing perspectives through various conferences aimed at promoting......

Morocco leads UA Peace and Security Council orientation program in Arusha

From March 22 to 28, 2025, Morocco hosts an orientation program in Arusha, Tanzania, aimed at newly elected members of the African Union's Peace and Security Council (PSC). This meeting, chaired by Morocco's Permanent Representative to the AU and UN Economic Commission for Africa, Ambassador......

Enhancing academic and economic cooperation between Morocco and Ghana

Morocco and Ghana have announced the signing of a new agreement that allows visa exemptions for all travelers between the two nations. This initiative aims to ease mobility and strengthen the relationship between Rabat and Accra. In a statement, Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed......

Abdelkader Amara appointed as Morocco's new CESE president

His Majesty King Mohammed VI has named Abdelkader Amara as the new president of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE), marking a significant appointment for this vital advisory institution. Amara, 63, is a seasoned politician with a wealth of ministerial experience, having held various......

The race for the African Development Bank presidency

As the election for the next president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) approaches, set for May 29, 2025, in Abidjan, speculation about the countries supporting the five candidates is intensifying. As of now, the positions of many countries remain unclear, making the race wide open. The five candidates......

New appointments to constitutional institutions by King Mohammed VI

On March 24, 2025, His Majesty King Mohammed VI appointed new leaders to key constitutional institutions in Morocco. The following individuals have been appointed to important positions: Mr. Abdelkader Amara, President of the Economic, Social, and Environmental Council. Mr. Mohamed Benalilou, President......

Strategic Role of the AU's Wise Group in Peace Consolidation

The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU), chaired by Morocco for March, has emphasized the strategic role of the Wise Group in conflict prevention, mediation, and peace consolidation. In a statement following its meeting on the activities of the Wise Group and its subsidiary mechanisms—Panwise......

Spain's financial support to Morocco amid rising military spending

At the beginning of the year, Spain allocated €2.5 million in aid to Morocco to enhance migration control efforts. This financial support, implemented by the International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP), is aimed at strengthening the logistical capacity......

Integrating environmental dimensions in Africa’s peace, security, and development strategies

The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) emphasized the need to incorporate environmental and climatic aspects, including agricultural adaptation, into strategies aimed at fostering peace, security, and development in Africa. In a statement issued on Saturday following its meeting......

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