The Party of Progress and Socialism (PPS) is keeping its options open after Morocco’s 2026 legislative elections, with Secretary-General Nabil Benabdallah saying the party will wait for its internal institutions to determine whether it joins the next government or sits in opposition. The PPS won 19 seats in the new House of Representatives,......
Casablanca’s new parliamentary lineup reflects a balance between continuity and change, with 12 new deputies joining the House of Representatives while 14 outgoing lawmakers retain their seats. The figures come from the results across the economic capital’s eight local constituencies, which together account for 26 parliamentary......
Morocco’s poultry industry is preparing for a major professional gathering as the 27th edition of the International Poultry Exhibition in Morocco, Dawajine 2026, is set to take place from November 3 to 5 at the Mohammed VI Exhibition Park in El Jadida. Organized under the theme “The Moroccan poultry sector meeting the 2030 deadline,”......
Moroccan businesses and professionals using Meta’s advertising platforms are set to face a new tax treatment from October 1, 2026, as the company introduces a 20% value-added tax (VAT) on eligible advertising purchases, depending on the tax information recorded in each advertising account. The change affects advertising bought through......
Morocco has emerged among the countries where citizens express relatively strong optimism about the future of their national economy, according to a new international survey conducted by Focaldata for The Rockefeller Foundation. The 2026 survey examined public perceptions of international cooperation, economic prospects and broader social......
US defense programs involving Morocco have expanded significantly over the past decade, covering combat aircraft, helicopters, armored vehicles, artillery systems, air-defense weapons and precision-guided munitions. A review cited by Moroccan media puts the value of US arms programs directed toward Morocco since 2016 at around $12.7 billion,......
Morocco is seeking to turn its expanding railway network into a stronger industrial platform, using major infrastructure investments to increase local production, develop technical expertise and attract international manufacturers. The strategy was showcased at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin, where the National Railway Office (ONCF) presented the......
Moroccan journalist and television presenter Hamid Barrada has died at the age of 87, marking the passing of a prominent figure whose career spanned international print journalism and Moroccan television. Barrada died overnight from Friday to Saturday, according to the information provided about his death. He was born in Tangier in 1939 and......
Morocco has moved up to 70th place among 110 economies in the World Economic Forum’s 2026 Travel & Tourism Development Index (TTDI), improving by seven positions compared with the previous edition. The country recorded a score of 3.48, according to the latest ranking, which assesses the conditions and policies that support the sustainable......
Morocco’s performance in their Africa Cup of Nations qualifying opener drew praise from Gabon coach Sébastien Migné, who highlighted the strength of the hosts’ tactical approach after his side’s 2-0 defeat to the Lions of the Atlas. Speaking at the post-match press conference, the French coach said Morocco......
Morocco’s Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita has described the country’s participation in the 81st United Nations General Assembly as an opportunity to advance its diplomatic priorities, including its proposal for autonomy in Western Sahara and its campaign for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2028-2029 term. Speaking......
Morocco has outlined its approach to strengthening Africa’s capacity to prevent crises and consolidate peace, with Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita emphasizing the importance of national institutions and early action in addressing the continent’s security challenges. Speaking in New York during a ministerial meeting on strengthening......
Morocco has called for a more tailored approach to international cooperation to better address the development needs and vulnerabilities of middle-income countries, as global economic and financial pressures continue to affect their ability to advance sustainable development. Speaking in New York at the 11th annual ministerial meeting of......
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