News in brief
Spain’s Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares has described Morocco as an essential ally for both Spain and the European Union, highlighting its central role in addressing shared regional and global challenges. Speaking to the press after the 15th session of the EU–Morocco Association......
The Moroccan Parliament is hosting the fifth session of the Morocco–France Parliamentary Forum on January 29 and 30, in Rabat. The meeting aims to strengthen institutional dialogue and enhance political cooperation between the two countries. The session is co-chaired on the Moroccan side by Rachid......
Moroccan proptech startup Yakeey has reached a major milestone after securing more than 15 million dollars in a Series A funding round, the largest of its kind ever recorded in Morocco. Backed by a diverse group of investors, the operation marks a decisive step in the company’s ambition to build......
Recent official data on immigration in France highlight the central role played by Moroccan nationals in the country’s migration landscape. Whether through short-term mobility, long-term settlement or integration pathways, Moroccans continue to stand out as one of the most prominent non-European......
According to recent rankings published by Forbes Middle East, the families of Moroccan business leaders Othman Benjelloun and Aziz Akhannouch are among the seven families in the MENA region whose wealth recorded the strongest growth in 2025. Over a period of less than one year, marked by economic......
Fava beans are a key staple crop widely grown across North Africa, particularly in Sudan, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, and Morocco. Valued for their high protein content and versatility in local diets, these beans contribute significantly to food security in the region. The cultivation of fava beans has......
Africa’s military balance remains largely stable in 2026, according to the latest Global Fire Power (GFP) ranking, despite several shifts within the continent’s top ten. The annual index evaluates the military strength of 145 countries worldwide using more than 60 indicators related to manpower,......
Algeria has summoned the French chargé d’affaires in Algiers following the broadcast of a television program on France 2 that addressed the ongoing diplomatic crisis between the two countries. The Algerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the move was intended to formally protest the content......
Following the successful hosting of the 35th Africa Cup of Nations, held in Morocco from December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026, His Majesty King Mohammed VI paid tribute to the Moroccan people for their decisive role in the organization and success of the continental tournament. In a statement issued......
The Indian conglomerate Tata, through its subsidiary Tata Advanced Systems, is positioning Morocco as its primary hub for supplying military equipment across Africa, according to the Financial Times. In September 2025, Tata established its first overseas defense manufacturing unit in Morocco, described......
Marrakech-Ménara Airport was the scene of a major arrest on Tuesday when a 32-year-old French national was stopped at the border by Moroccan authorities. The man, found carrying a falsified passport, was wanted by INTERPOL on charges of kidnapping and unlawful detention linked to drug trafficking......
Ferry services between the Spanish port of Tarifa and Tangier have been suspended from 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday due to severe weather conditions in the Strait of Gibraltar, including heavy rainfall and strong winds, authorities reported. All crossings scheduled after 10:00 a.m. were canceled, with only......
Morocco’s Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, has arrived in Switzerland to represent the Kingdom at the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), being held in Davos until 23 January. The event brings together around 400 senior political leaders, including approximately 65 heads......
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