Spanish sailors Botin and Trittel secure world championship glory
Spanish sailors Diego Botin and Florian Trittel, ambassadors for Omega, have claimed the prestigious 49er World Championship title, cementing their status among the elite of international sailing. Competing under challenging conditions against the world’s top sailors, the pair demonstrated exceptional teamwork, skill, and resilience......
Morocco launches program to advance gender equality in public administration
Morocco’s Ombudsman, Hassan Tarek, has unveiled the "Towards an Administration of Equality" initiative, a national program aimed at addressing gender-based disparities in public administration. The program, announced during an institutional forum in Rabat, seeks to identify and reform discriminatory practices, ensuring women’s......
Duke Buchan sworn in as US ambassador to Morocco, vows to deepen ties
The US Embassy in Rabat announced that Duke Buchan was officially sworn in as the new United States Ambassador to Morocco. The swearing-in ceremony, held on Tuesday, marks the final step before Buchan assumes his post in Rabat, where he is expected to arrive in the coming days. In a statement, the embassy shared Buchan’s enthusiasm......
Russia calls Morocco ‘important partner’ ahead of Bourita’s Moscow visit
Russia has described Morocco as “an important partner” in Africa, just ahead of Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita’s official visit to Moscow. The visit, scheduled for tomorrow, aims to bolster bilateral relations and explore new opportunities for cooperation. Strengthening ties Russia’s Foreign Ministry announced......
Pakistan and Afghanistan declare 48-hour ceasefire following deadly clashes
Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire, effective today at 1:00 p.m. (GMT), following a series of deadly confrontations along their border. Pakistan’s foreign ministry announced the truce, which aims to pave the way for dialogue between the two nations. The ministry stated, “The Pakistani government and the......
Comoros and Saint Vincent back Morocco’s autonomy plan at UN discussions
Comoros and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines have reiterated their strong support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan as the most credible and practical solution to resolve the Sahara dispute. Their positions were expressed during discussions at the Fourth Committee of the UN General Assembly in New York. Saint Vincent’s support for the......
Morocco targets unified and sustainable mobility system for 2030 World Cup
Morocco is advancing its development strategy to meet global benchmarks as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, said Abdessamad Kayouh, Minister of Transport and Logistics. Speaking at the international seminar “Accessibility and Mobility in Urban and Peri-Urban Areas: Challenges and Opportunities for the Cities of Tomorrow,”......
Over 36,000 young Moroccans gain access to affordable housing through state program
More than 36,000 young Moroccans have benefited from the government’s housing assistance program, aimed at boosting home ownership and improving access to affordable housing. Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri, Minister of Urban Planning, Housing, and City Policy, provided an update before the House of Councillors, highlighting the success of......
Morocco prioritizes sustainable mobility in its development vision
Morocco, under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, has made sustainable mobility a cornerstone of its national development strategy, according to Nizar Baraka, Minister of Equipment and Water. Speaking at the international seminar “Accessibility and Mobility in Urban and Peri-Urban Areas: Challenges and Opportunities for......
Moroccan climber El Mehdi Amezzane sets sights on Antarctica’s highest peak
At 37, Moroccan alpinist El Mehdi Amezzane is preparing for one of the most challenging ascents of his mountaineering career: Mount Vinson, the tallest peak in Antarctica, standing at 4,892 meters. Accompanied by his longtime climbing partner, Adil Taibi, Amezzane plans to embark on the expedition starting December 3. The climb is part of......
Israel warns of renewed conflict as Gaza truce faces challenges
Israel has issued a stern warning to resume military action in Gaza if Hamas fails to uphold the terms of a fragile US-brokered ceasefire. The ceasefire, which began earlier this week, facilitated the exchange of hostages and prisoners but now faces new obstacles. Hostage exchanges and rising tensions Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel......
EasyJet to establish its first African base in Marrakech to boost connectivity
EasyJet has announced plans to set up its first African base in Marrakech, marking a significant expansion into Morocco and the continent. The new base will deploy three aircraft at Marrakech’s airport, serving 24 destinations and creating 100 new jobs. Strengthening ties with Morocco’s tourism sector This initiative is part......
Hacker breaches airport PA system to broadcast political messages
A public address system at Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) in Pennsylvania was hacked on Tuesday evening, allowing an unauthorized user to broadcast political messages targeting former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The incident, which lasted approximately 10 minutes, is under investigation......
Syrian president seeks to redefine ties with Russia during Moscow visit
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday, marking his first official trip to Russia since assuming office. This high-stakes meeting comes nearly a year after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024, when the former Syrian leader fled to Russia. During discussions......
AI-powered networking app redefines connections at GITEX Global 2025
Leveraging AI for meaningful in-person connections in a digital world As nearly 200,000 tech leaders, investors, and innovators gather in Dubai for GITEX Global 2025, the challenge of optimizing face-to-face networking in just five days looms large. UBQT, the official community and ecosystem partner for the event, addresses this need with......