Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline progresses toward key milestones
Amina Benkhadra, the Director General of Morocco’s National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM), announced that the Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline project has reached significant milestones in its development. Her remarks came during the 10th Geopolitical Meetings of Trouville, held in northern France, where Morocco was honored as......
Casablanca port development reinforces Morocco’s global maritime ambitions
Morocco has unveiled transformative upgrades to the Casablanca Port Complex, part of a strategic vision to bolster its international maritime stature while enhancing economic and tourism potential. The project, inaugurated by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, reflects the country’s efforts to position Casablanca as a premier economic and......
Al Moutmir program boosts crop yields and incomes for Moroccan farmers
The Al Moutmir program, spearheaded by the OCP Foundation and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), has delivered remarkable results for Moroccan farmers growing cereals and pulses during the 2024/2025 farming season. The findings were unveiled at the 17th Al Moutmir Open Innovation Lab, held in Benguerir, with participation from farmers,......
Moroccan firms join forces to convert CO₂ into sustainable agricultural solutions
OCP Nutricrops, OCP Green Water, and INNOVX have signed two landmark memoranda of understanding (MoUs) aimed at transforming captured CO₂ into innovative solutions for agriculture and water management. The agreements, part of OCP’s broader sustainability strategy, underscore the group’s commitment to carbon neutrality and sustainable......
Morocco partners with Chinese automaker to boost electric utility vehicle production
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Jinxiu Shanhe Automotive has signed a landmark agreement with a Moroccan company to export 500 electric utility vehicles, marking the first step in a larger program that aims to deliver 20,000 units. The partnership also includes plans to establish a local assembly plant, reinforcing Morocco's position......
Plasma unveils mainnet beta and XPL token to revolutionize stablecoin payments
Plasma has announced it will launch its mainnet beta on September 25, introducing its native token, XPL, as part of the rollout. The new blockchain platform is designed to optimize stablecoin transfers, enabling fast, low-cost digital payments while positioning itself as a critical infrastructure layer for global stablecoin adoption. A blockchain......
Moroccan teams dominate international cybersecurity competition in Rabat
Moroccan teams have achieved a remarkable feat by securing the top three positions at the Standoff International Cyberbattle, organized by Russian cybersecurity firm Positive Technologies. The event was part of the Regional Cybersecurity Week held in Rabat from September 15 to 19 and showcased Morocco’s growing expertise in digital security. A......
Nvidia and Intel join forces to build cutting-edge AI systems with a $5 billion deal
Nvidia and Intel have unveiled a groundbreaking partnership aimed at accelerating artificial intelligence across data centers and personal computing. Nvidia will invest $5 billion in Intel, securing a significant equity stake as the two tech giants collaborate to develop next-generation AI systems. The agreement includes co-developing products......
Data centers take center stage at GITEX Global 2025 as AI drives demand
Global data center demand is experiencing unprecedented growth, with hyperscalers now operating 1,189 large facilities worldwide. These tech giants account for 44% of the global data center capacity, while on-premises solutions have declined to just one-third of the total market. This surge in demand is a response to rapid advancements in......
UN applauds Morocco’s solar leadership, urges Africa to embrace climate opportunities
The United Nations has recognized Morocco as a leader in renewable energy, urging African countries to capitalize on economic opportunities tied to ambitious climate initiatives. Highlighting the Ouarzazate solar complex, also known as the NOOR complex, the UN described it as a model of how national ambition can drive clean energy production......
China and Morocco strengthen ties with strategic partnership memorandum
China and Morocco have taken a significant step to deepen their diplomatic and economic relations with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Beijing. The agreement, signed on September 19 by Morocco’s Foreign Affairs Minister Nasser Bourita and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, establishes a strategic dialogue mechanism......
Morocco joins global FIT partnership to amplify trade influence
Morocco has become a founding member of the newly launched Future of Investment and Trade Partnership (FIT), a coalition of 14 nations aimed at strengthening the global trade influence of small and medium-sized economies. The initiative, formalized during a virtual ministerial meeting on September 16, seeks to address shared trade challenges......
Spain launches €13 billion airport overhaul to meet tourism demand
Spain’s state-owned airport operator Aena announced on Thursday a historic €12.8 billion ($15 billion) investment plan to modernize and expand the country’s airport infrastructure over the next five years. Spanning 2027-2031, this initiative marks Aena’s largest airport investment in two decades and reflects Spain’s......
Notre-Dame's restored towers reopen, offering breathtaking views of Paris
Six years after the devastating fire of 2019, the north and south towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral will reopen to the public this Saturday as part of France’s annual Heritage Days. Visitors will once again ascend the 424 steps to discover breathtaking views of Paris and......
US ambassador calls Israel America’s ‘only true partner’ in the Middle East amid Gaza crisis
At a diplomatic conference in Jerusalem on Tuesday, US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee described Israel as the United States’ “only true partner” in the Middle East. His remarks come amid escalating international condemnation of Israel’s ongoing military actions in Gaza, which the United Nations has officially labeled......