Strengthening Security Ties: Moroccan and Spanish Officials Discuss Counterterrorism Collaboration

Abdellatif Hammouchi, the Director-General of National Security (DGSN) and Territorial Surveillance (DGST) of Morocco, welcomed the Spanish Commissioner General of Information, Javier Antonio Susín Bercero, on Wednesday in Rabat. This meeting, led by a high-level Spanish security delegation, marked......

Spain and Morocco strengthen strategic partnership amid record trade growth

King Felipe VI of Spain has highlighted the importance of strengthening ties with Morocco, emphasizing the "special" nature of their bilateral relationship during his address at the 9th conference of Spanish ambassadors on January 13-14 in Doha. The Spanish monarch underscored the significance......

Turkish Official's Sharp Words Escalate Diplomatic Tension with Algeria

Turkish Parliament member Bahadır Nahit Yenişehirlioğlu has sparked controversy with strong criticism of Algeria, accusing the North African nation of providing sanctuary to Kurdish groups that Turkey considers separatist elements. The Justice and Development Party (AK Party) representative characterized......

Spain's Foreign Ministry removes maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania amid diplomatic tensions

The Spanish Foreign Ministry has quietly removed maps of Morocco, Algeria, and Mauritania from its official website as the new year begins. This action coincided with negotiations led by Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares regarding the reopening of customs crossings in Ceuta and Melilla. Initially......

Spain's Interior Minister Defends Morocco Customs Negotiations Amid Media Scrutiny

Spain's Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska has firmly rejected reports suggesting Morocco is creating obstacles in the reopening of customs offices in Ceuta and Melilla, attributing delays to technical considerations that require further development. Speaking at the inauguration of a new......

Spain Intensifies Border Control Aid to Morocco Amid Record Migration Crisis

Spain has allocated €2.5 million to Morocco for enhanced border surveillance equipment and vehicles, responding to unprecedented migration pressures that saw 63,970 irregular arrivals in 2024—a 12.5% increase from the previous year. The funding, channeled through the International and Ibero-American......

Elon Musk’s Role Sparks Tensions Across Europe: Spanish PM's Warning

The Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, has raised serious concerns about the influence and actions of billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of fomenting division and undermining democratic values. Speaking during the launch of commemorative events marking the 50th anniversary of the death of......

Morocco’s Diplomatic Achievements in 2024: A Year of Global Leadership

Under the visionary leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco’s diplomacy in 2024 reached unprecedented heights, marked by significant advancements across diplomatic, economic, and environmental spheres. The Kingdom strengthened its global presence, showcased its commitment to peace and......

Melilla Border Crossings Plummet as Morocco Intensifies Migration Controls

The Spanish enclave of Melilla has witnessed its lowest irregular migration numbers in over three decades, recording just 113 arrivals in 2024. This marks a dramatic shift from the previous year's figure of 340 entries, highlighting the effectiveness of enhanced border control measures. The decline......

Diplomatic Tensions Rise as Spanish PM's Christmas Message Features Controversial Morocco Map

In a move that has stirred diplomatic waters, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Christmas address has sparked controversy over the display of a divided map of Morocco, challenging recent improvements in Spanish-Moroccan relations. During his holiday message praising Spanish troops serving abroad,......

Morocco Strengthens Role in Sahara Airspace Management

Morocco has reportedly extended its control over parts of  Sahara's airspace, previously managed under Spanish authority. Sources indicate that this expansion covers approximately 15% to 20% of the region’s airspace. Spanish media outlet El Independiente reported that Morocco has unilaterally......

Morocco’s 2024: Diplomatic triumphs, cultural pride, and resilient progress  

As 2024 comes to a close, Morocco reflects on a year of significant milestones that have bolstered its global standing while driving domestic progress. From diplomatic achievements and political reforms to cultural preservation and economic modernization, the Kingdom has cemented its role as a dynamic......

Spain's PM Reinforces Morocco-EU Partnership Amid Legal Challenges

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has reaffirmed his nation's steadfast commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between Morocco and the European Union, addressing recent tensions sparked by a European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling. Speaking at the Socialist International Congress......

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