Morocco sees slight drop in living costs for May, but inflation persists year-on-year
Morocco’s cost of living experienced a modest decline in May, providing temporary relief to households following months of price instability. However, year-on-year inflation continues to weigh on budgets, highlighting the ongoing financial strain faced by many families. Monthly dip driven by food and fuel According to the High Commission......
Morocco secures priority spot in $132 million climate resilience fund
Morocco has been named one of the five focus countries for the second phase of the Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund (ARAF II), a $132 million venture capital initiative designed to bolster climate resilience among small-scale farmers. This marks a significant step in Morocco’s commitment to sustainable and technologically advanced agriculture. ARAF......
Casablanca’s new urban hub redefines modern living with ALARGAN’s visionary development
A groundbreaking mixed-use development by ALARGAN is set to transform Casablanca’s urban landscape, offering a seamless blend of living, working, and leisure spaces. With a focus on sustainability, contemporary design, and vibrant community life, the project reflects ALARGAN’s vision of creating places where people truly want to......
Moroccan rights advocate calls for bold UN reforms to bridge global divides
Amina Bouayach, president of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council (CNDH) and the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI), met with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York to advocate for stronger integration of national human rights institutions into global decision-making processes. The meeting was......
Morocco to renegotiate free trade pact with Turkiye amid trade deficit concerns
Morocco is preparing to reassess its free trade agreement (FTA) with Turkiye as it seeks to address a growing trade deficit, which has reached alarming levels due to significant imports of Turkish textiles and fabrics. According to sources close to the matter, Moroccan officials aim to push for increased Turkish investment and fairer trade......
Morocco and US bolster trade security with new container security agreement
Morocco and the United States have strengthened their customs cooperation by signing a new bilateral Container Security Initiative (CSI) agreement in Rabat. This initiative aims to enhance cargo security while facilitating the increasing volume of trade between the two nations. The agreement, which expands the CSI program, was signed on Tuesday......
YNNA Group and AMEA Power to build 100-megawatt wind farm in Laayoune
Moroccan industrial leader YNNA Group and Emirati energy company AMEA Power, a subsidiary of Al Nowais Investments, have signed a partnership agreement to develop a 100-megawatt wind farm in Laayoune, Morocco. The project is set to contribute significantly to the Kingdom’s renewable energy goals. Construction timeline and environmental......
Maroc Telecom adopts unified governance model to enhance strategic agility
Maroc Telecom has officially transitioned to a unified governance structure, consolidating its leadership into a streamlined Board of Directors. This significant shift was approved during the company’s Extraordinary General Assembly on June 18, 2025, marking a new chapter in its strategic evolution. End of dual governance framework The......
Morocco’s asylum applications in EU reveal pivotal role in migration strategies
Morocco ranked 10th among countries of origin for asylum seekers in the European Union in 2024, with 25,347 applications filed in EU member states and associated countries. Despite representing an 18% decline compared to 2023, the number underscores Morocco’s significance in EU migration trends and policies, as highlighted in the latest......
Spanish police dismantle major migrant and drug trafficking network between Morocco and Spain
Spanish police, in collaboration with Europol, have dismantled a significant criminal network responsible for trafficking both migrants and narcotics between Morocco and Spain. The operation shed light on the disturbing practice of smuggling human lives alongside illegal substances, referred to as "mixed cargo" operations. Mixed......
Morocco launches WE Finance Code to empower women entrepreneurs
Morocco has taken a bold step in promoting women’s economic empowerment through the launch of the WE Finance Code initiative. Spearheaded by Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the initiative aims to enhance access to financing and technical......
Morocco strengthens its position as a global aerospace hub with ambitious plans for growth
Morocco is solidifying its status as a global leader in the aerospace industry, with 150 companies operating nationwide and generating an annual revenue of €2.5 billion. The sector currently employs 26,000 professionals and is poised for significant expansion in the coming years. A growing aerospace industry Speaking at the Paris Air......
Elderly driver halts traffic with attempt to descend Rome’s Spanish Steps
An 81-year-old man attempted to drive his car down the historic Spanish Steps in Rome, sparking shock among locals and tourists at the iconic site. The steps, renowned for their steep and elegant design, were briefly disrupted by the unusual maneuver, though no harm was done to the landmark. Swift intervention prevents damage Authorities......
Investigation into missing cockfighters points to volcanic lake
Filipino authorities are probing claims that 34 cockfighting enthusiasts, who vanished three years ago, were murdered and disposed of in Taal Lake, which is situated around an active volcano. The men, previously accused of manipulating cockfighting matches, disappeared in the capital, Manila, and surrounding provinces. In a recent television......
Dodgers block federal agents amid immigration protests
The Los Angeles Dodgers have asserted that they prevented federal agents from entering their stadium on Thursday, coinciding with ongoing protests against immigration enforcement in the city. In a statement shared on social media, the team revealed that "ICE agents came to Dodger Stadium and requested permission to access the parking......