Thursday 21 May 2026 - 13:53
Morocco’s National Railway Office (ONCF) has introduced a special travel plan to manage the expected surge in passenger demand during the Eid Al-Adha period, running from May 20 to June 7. The initiative aims to ensure safe, comfortable, and smooth travel conditions across the national rail network during one of the busiest holiday......
The Fez Sacred Music Festival returns for its 29th edition from June 4 to 7, 2026, bringing together more than 160 artists from four continents for a program devoted to the sacred rituals, chants, and dances of world civilizations. The Moroccan city of Fez, long regarded as a spiritual capital, will serve as the backdrop for performances at......
Oppo is repositioning smartphone durability as a central pillar of its user experience strategy, emphasizing long-term reliability over short-term performance gains. As mobile devices become essential tools for communication, work, entertainment, and content creation, the company argues that stability over time now defines real product value. Modern......
Morocco and France have signed a new cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the fight against money laundering and terrorism financing during an international conference held in Paris. The agreement was concluded between Morocco’s National Financial Intelligence Authority and the French financial intelligence agency Tracfin. According......
The interception of the Sumud flotilla in international waters has triggered a wave of diplomatic reactions across Europe and the Middle East. The maritime convoy, which was heading toward Gaza with humanitarian supplies, was stopped on 18 May 2026 during an Israeli naval operation carried out at approximately 250 nautical miles from the Gaza......
A Casablanca-based culinary association has recognized leading chefs and restaurants during its annual awards ceremony, highlighting the city’s growing gastronomy scene and its role in promoting Moroccan culinary talent. The distinctions were presented during a gala event attended by professionals from the restaurant and hospitality......
Diplomatic relations between France and Morocco are entering a new phase as both governments prepare a long-anticipated state visit by His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The announcement followed talks in Rabat between Morocco’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, and his French counterpart, Jean-Noël Barrot. While no official......
A leading Moroccan economist has called for a deep restructuring of the country’s tax system, arguing that current revenue patterns place disproportionate pressure on salaried workers while leaving large parts of economic activity under-taxed. The analysis focuses on personal income tax, corporate tax concentration, and persistent distortions......
Rabat hosted the 2nd Ministerial Conference on peacekeeping in a Francophone environment, where Morocco’s role in international stabilization efforts received recognition from both France and the United Nations. The discussions highlighted the evolving challenges facing peace operations and the need for stronger cooperation to address......
Morocco has approved large-scale energy projects totaling around 3,000 megawatts during the first quarter of 2026, marking a significant acceleration in the country’s power sector expansion. The announcement was made during a parliamentary session focused on national energy policy and investment strategy. The projects represent a combined......
At a meeting held in Rabat, Morocco urged a reassessment of United Nations peacekeeping mandates to ensure they reflect evolving conditions on the ground. The call was made by Nasser Bourita, who stressed that operations disconnected from current conflict dynamics risk freezing crises rather than contributing to their resolution. Bourita......
Morocco’s poultry industry is facing renewed scrutiny following the spread of online claims questioning farming practices and food safety standards. Industry representatives and veterinary professionals say the sector operates under strict sanitary regulations and remains subject to continuous monitoring throughout the production chain. The......
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......
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