Russia enters “Phase 0” of NATO conflict preparation, analysts warn
Russia has entered what analysts describe as “Phase 0” of preparations for a potential future conflict with NATO, intensifying hybrid attacks that include drone incursions, sabotage, and electronic warfare across Europe, according to a new assessment by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Coordinated psychological warfare......
Morocco’s growing power at the heart of Europe’s migration strategy
Once considered a mere transit hub for African migrants heading to Europe, Morocco has emerged as a central player in the European Union’s external migration policy, blending diplomacy, security, and influence across the Mediterranean. Morocco as Europe’s border enforcer Morocco’s transformation from a transit country to......
NAAREA and UM6P join forces to advance nuclear education and innovation
French nuclear technology firm NAAREA and Morocco’s Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) have formalized a strategic partnership to develop advanced educational programs in fast neutron and molten salt reactor technologies. The agreement was signed Tuesday in Nanterre, France. Founded in 2020 by Jean-Luc Alexandre and Ivan Gavriloff,......
GITEX GLOBAL 2025 unites global tech leaders to showcase next-generation innovations
Dubai will host the 45th edition of GITEX GLOBAL, the world’s premier technology and artificial intelligence event, from October 13-17 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. The landmark gathering will bring together more than 6,800 tech enterprises and 2,000 startups from 180 countries. With the global AI market projected to reach $4.8 trillion......
GUESS celebrates its roots in Marrakech with a global event of exception
In a gesture filled with symbolism and boldness, GUESS chose Marrakech, the birthplace of its founder Paul Marciano, to host the eighth edition of its international convention, "One World, One Brand." From October 6 to 8, 2025, the ochre city transformed into a global stage, welcoming nearly 800 guests from over 100 countries. Designed......
Barcelona to play first La Liga match abroad as UEFA approves Miami fixture
Barcelona’s next La Liga clash against Villarreal is set to make history as the first Spanish league match ever held outside Spain. Scheduled for December 20 in Miami, the event follows UEFA’s reluctant approval of the Spanish football federation’s request, signaling a pivotal moment in European football’s globalization......
Hamas outlines ceasefire terms as new talks resume in Egypt
As indirect peace talks between Israel and Hamas resumed in Egypt, the Palestinian movement presented its core demands for a lasting ceasefire, seeking to end the devastating conflict in Gaza. The negotiations, mediated by Egypt and the United States, follow a renewed American proposal, supported by Israel, intended to bring an end to nearly......
Bartomeu under investigation over €10 million Malcom transfer scandal
Former FC Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu is once again facing legal scrutiny after being summoned by the 16th Court of Barcelona over allegations of embezzlement linked to the 2018 transfer of Brazilian winger Malcom. According to El Periódico, Barcelona’s police submitted a report detailing severe financial irregularities......
WHO launches global clinical trials forum to enhance research standards
The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially launched the Global Clinical Trials Forum (GCTF), a new initiative aimed at elevating the quality, transparency, and coordination of clinical trials worldwide. The forum seeks to establish a multi-stakeholder network to reinforce clinical trial infrastructure and oversight at national, regional,......
Moroccan authorities seize over 21,000 psychotropic pills hidden in toys at Tangier port
Moroccan security and customs officers at Tangier Med Port intercepted an international drug trafficking attempt, seizing 21,142 psychotropic pills concealed inside children’s toys. The operation took place after officers, supported by trained sniffer dogs, inspected a foreign-registered utility vehicle arriving on a ferry from Spain.......
FEC to become a strategic partner for local development in Morocco
Morocco’s Fonds d’Equipement Communal (FEC) is redefining its role in supporting the country’s regions and municipalities. Traditionally focused on providing loans to local governments, the public bank is now expanding its mission to become a comprehensive development partner, offering consulting, planning, and financial......
Morocco and France to host major business forum in Dakhla
Over 300 business leaders from Morocco and France are set to gather in Dakhla on October 9 for a high-level economic forum aimed at boosting investment, fostering innovation, and creating jobs. The event, organized by the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) and the Movement of Enterprises in France (MEDEF) through the France-Morocco......
Morocco and Switzerland launch economic cooperation program to boost jobs and competitiveness
Morocco and Switzerland have launched a four-year cooperation initiative aimed at strengthening economic competitiveness and creating sustainable employment opportunities through 2028. The program marks a new phase in bilateral relations, positioning Morocco as a priority country for Swiss economic cooperation with a dedicated budget of 25......
AMMC strengthens investor knowledge during World Investor Week 2025
The Moroccan Capital Markets Authority (AMMC) is intensifying its efforts to promote financial literacy in Morocco through a broad educational campaign as part of World Investor Week (WIW) 2025, held from October 6 to 12. The initiative, organized under the leadership of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), unites......
Morocco’s berry exports surge as raspberries and blueberries surpass strawberries
Morocco’s fruit export sector is undergoing a decisive shift. Once synonymous with strawberries, the country’s berry industry is now dominated by raspberries and blueberries, both driving record-breaking export seasons and signaling a long-term transformation in agricultural strategy. In the 2024–2025 season, Morocco exported......