Morocco enforces steep anti-dumping duties on Egyptian PVC imports
Morocco imposes temporary tariffs of up to 92% on Egyptian PVC to protect national industry Morocco has imposed provisional anti-dumping duties on polyvinyl chloride (PVC) imports from Egypt. The new tariffs range from 74.87% to 92.19%, targeting imports under tariff code 3904.10.90.00. The decision came into effect on June 6 and will remain......
Crypto cashback cards: integrating digital assets into daily spending
Crypto-friendly cards reshape payment habits The convergence of cryptocurrency and traditional finance continues to produce innovative solutions. Among the most impactful is the emergence of crypto-friendly payment cards. These tools offer a practical gateway between digital currencies and real-world transactions, allowing users to spend......
Morocco’s avocado export boom raises concerns over water sustainability
Morocco surpasses 100,000 tons in avocado exports amid growing environmental strain Morocco has cemented its place among the world’s top avocado exporters. For the first time, the country has exceeded 100,000 tons in avocado exports, according to EastFruit, an agricultural data platform. This marks a major milestone for Morocco, signaling......
Maroc Telecom signs landmark agreement with union to boost employee benefits
Improved wages and benefits for employees and retirees The National Telecommunications Union (SNT), affiliated with the Democratic Federation of Labor (FDT), has signed a new social agreement with Maroc Telecom. This deal enhances salaries, education aid, health coverage, and vacation access for both employees and retirees. This development......
Ageing population: What you should know about Morocco’s demographic shift
Morocco, like many nations worldwide, is experiencing a significant demographic transition characterized by an ageing population, declining birth rates, and notable social and economic implications. The latest census data reveals that the country’s population has surpassed 37 million, with the average household size decreasing from 4.6......
Air Nostrum expands summer routes between Spain and Morocco
Iberia’s regional airline boosts flights connecting Málaga, Tangier, and Casablanca Air Nostrum, the regional franchise of Iberia, has expanded its summer network with new routes linking Spain and Morocco. The airline now offers regular flights between Málaga and two major Moroccan cities, Tangier and Casablanca, while......
Corruption allegations and smear claims intensify around spain’s prime minister
Leire díez, once affiliated with the socialist party of spanish prime minister pedro sánchez, has rejected accusations that she led a smear campaign against a police unit investigating corruption tied to sánchez’s close circle. Audio recordings leaked recently capture conversations involving díez, a senior......
Two Scots shot dead in suspected drug-linked execution in southern Spain
Gunman kills two Scots outside crowded Costa del Sol pub Two Scottish men were shot dead in Fuengirola, Málaga, on Saturday night in what Spanish police are treating as a drug-related execution. The attack took place outside Monaghans, an Irish-themed pub located on the Rey de España promenade. The shooter approached the men......
L’bankalik sparks excitement in Moroccan gaming with L’banka League finale
L’bankalik, the 100% mobile banking brand of Attijariwafa Bank, celebrated the grand finale of the first edition of its amateur esports tournament, L’banka League, on June 4, 2025. Held under the auspices of the Fédération Royale Marocaine des Jeux Électroniques (FRMJE) and in partnership with Mastercard and......
Dozens of artists boycott Barcelona’s Sónar festival over ties to Israeli occupation
Artists withdraw in protest of KKR investments Dozens of performers have withdrawn from the 2025 edition of Sónar, Barcelona’s renowned electronic music festival, citing ties between its parent company and real estate projects in Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. More than 70 artists—including Arca, Asia, DJ Paquita......
Spain cancels €285 million missile deal with Israeli arms subsidiary
Spain halts Israeli-linked missile project over policy shift Spain has cancelled a €285 million contract for anti-tank missile systems that were to be manufactured in Madrid by Pap Tecnos, a local subsidiary of Israel’s Rafael Advanced Defence Systems. The move forms part of a broader shift in Spanish defence policy aimed at reducing......
Spain's unemployment falls below 2.5 million for first time since 2008
Labour market rebounds but job quality remains a concern Unemployment in Spain has dropped below 2.5 million for the first time in nearly 17 years. The Ministry of Labour reported a decline of 57,835 people in May, bringing the total number of unemployed registered with SEPE to 2,454,883. This marks the lowest level since July 2008, just......
Morocco's economy grows by 3.8% in 2024 despite sector imbalances
Morocco's economy expanded 3.8% in 2024, as reported by the country's statistics office, the High Commission of Planning (HCP). This growth marks a slight improvement from the 3.7% recorded in 2023 and reflects a slow yet fragile recovery driven primarily by strong domestic demand amidst persistent inflation. While the growth is modest,......
Artists Abandon Spain's Sonar Festival in Support of Palestinians
Dozens of artists have withdrawn from next week's Sonar electronic music festival in Spain, protesting the financial connections between its parent company and real estate investments in the Israeli-occupied Palestinian territories. In an open letter shared on social media, more than 60 artists—including Arca, Asia, DJ Paquita Gordon,......
Saudi Arabia's PIF Partners with FIFA for 2025 Club World Cup
Saudi arabia's public investment fund (PIF) has become an official partner of the 2025 fifa club world cup, a month-long tournament held in stadiums across the united states. This partnership comes a week before the inaugural tournament begins. This move by PIF, the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, is partially in preparation for......