Morocco solidifies position as top Arab destination for renewable energy investment
Morocco has emerged as one of the leading markets for renewable energy investment in the Arab region, according to a recent report by the Arab Investment and Export Credit Guarantee Corporation (Dhaman). The study, which spans the period from 2003 to 2024, highlights the country's consistent performance in attracting foreign direct investment......
Morocco prepares for AFCON with friendlies against Mozambique and Uganda
Morocco’s national football team held its final training session on Wednesday evening before traveling to Tangier, where they will compete in friendly matches against Mozambique and Uganda. The games are part of the team’s preparations for hosting the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The November FIFA international window has......
EU approves Adnoc's €14.7 billion acquisition of German chemical giant Covestro
The European Commission has conditionally approved Abu Dhabi National Oil Company's (Adnoc) €14.7 billion acquisition of Covestro, a major German chemical manufacturer. This decision marks one of the most significant foreign takeovers of a European industrial firm by a Gulf state entity, clearing a substantial regulatory hurdle and......
Spain's economy needs over 2 million workers to sustain pensions and jobs
Spain faces a pressing demographic challenge as a new report reveals that the country will require 2.4 million additional workers over the next decade to maintain economic productivity and stabilize its pensions system. With a rapidly aging native population, experts emphasize that migrants will play a crucial role in filling these positions. The......
U.S. stock futures fall as rate cut hopes fade
U.S. stock futures dropped sharply on Friday morning as investor optimism over a Federal Reserve interest rate cut in December dwindled, following a tumultuous trading session that marked Wall Street’s steepest losses in over a month. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.6%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures......
Spain moves to reinstate swift compensation for high-speed rail delays
Spain is preparing to restore a stricter refund policy for high-speed rail passengers, requiring the national operator Renfe to compensate travellers delayed by as little as fifteen minutes. The shift follows a vote in Congress to reinstate the earlier reimbursement model that had been replaced in 2024 after Renfe issued substantial payouts......
Nabil Baha prepares Morocco for an intense clash with the United States
Morocco’s under seventeen head coach Nabil Baha has set a clear tone ahead of the national team’s Round of Sixteen meeting with the United States at the FIFA U17 World Cup. He stressed that sustaining high intensity across all phases of play will be essential for the Atlas Lion Cubs as they pursue a place in the next stage. The......
United States mission in Morocco resumes full services after prolonged government shutdown
The United States Embassy in Morocco has restored all operations following the end of a forty three day federal shutdown that brought parts of the American government to a standstill. The embassy’s announcement came shortly after Congress approved a continuing resolution that reopened federal agencies and President Donald Trump enacted......
Morocco faces mounting pressures from organized crime networks
Morocco ranks 79th globally and 26th in Africa in the 2025 Global Organized Crime Index, published by the Geneva-based Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. The study highlights significant concerns about human trafficking, drug transit, and governance challenges that hinder effective crime prevention. Human trafficking......
NATO shifts focus to European surveillance aircraft as US exits Boeing E-7 program
The NATO alliance has abandoned plans to procure six Boeing E-7 Wedgetail aircraft, marking the end of a two-year effort to replace its aging fleet of airborne warning and control system (AWACS) planes. This decision follows the United States' withdrawal from the program, as announced by the Dutch Ministry of Defence on Thursday. The move......
Asian markets tumble as Fed rate uncertainty and AI stock concerns weigh
Asian stock markets experienced a sharp decline on Friday, following Wall Street’s steepest losses in over a month. Investor sentiment soured amid growing doubts about the Federal Reserve’s willingness to cut interest rates in December and concerns over inflated valuations of artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. The Japanese Nikkei......
Tangier authorities unveil stadium access portal ahead of AFCON reopening
Local authorities in Tangier have launched an innovative digital portal, "Accès Stade," designed to simplify access to the newly renovated Grand Stade de Tanger. The platform, introduced by Tanja Mobilité, offers real-time updates on transportation options, parking facilities, and traffic diversions during major sporting......
Bank of Africa launches Brahim Diaz-themed collector cards for AFCON 2025
Bank of Africa has unveiled two exclusive, limited-edition bank cards featuring Moroccan football star Brahim Diaz ahead of the highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025. The tournament, taking place in Morocco from December 21, 2025, to January 18, 2026, marks the first time the country has hosted the event since 1988. The cards,......
Morocco unveils ambitious upgrades to air navigation and airport infrastructure
Morocco’s National Airports Office (ONDA) has announced a sweeping overhaul of the country’s air navigation system under its Airports 2030 strategy. This initiative aims to equip Morocco with a cutting-edge, resilient air traffic management system that aligns with the highest international standards. In a statement, ONDA emphasized......
Morocco advances plans to become a regional leader in aquaculture
Morocco is steadily positioning itself as a future leader in aquaculture across the region, leveraging strong political will, strategic investments, and a forward-looking vision for the blue economy, according to a recent World Bank report. The international financial institution praised Morocco’s progress in the sector, emphasizing......