Mexican authorities have imposed a 42.8 million peso (approximately $2.3 million) fine on the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) over violations of personal data protection regulations linked to its Fan ID identification system used at football stadiums. According to the government, the investigation found that the federation failed to properly......
Morocco has introduced a new tax framework requiring foreign companies that provide digital services to customers in the Kingdom to register with the national tax administration and declare their taxable activities through a dedicated online platform. The measure applies to non-resident businesses that do not have a permanent establishment......
The World Bank has identified greater female participation in Morocco's labor market as a key driver of long-term economic growth, emphasizing that social and family responsibilities continue to prevent many women from entering or remaining in the workforce. In its Country Partnership Framework for Morocco covering the 2026–2035......
Morocco is accelerating efforts to establish a modern domestic defense industry as part of a long-term strategy to strengthen its strategic autonomy, expand industrial capabilities, and reduce dependence on imported military equipment. In recent years, the Kingdom has shifted from focusing primarily on acquiring advanced defense systems......
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has congratulated Morocco's national football team following the conclusion of its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign, praising the Atlas Lions for another historic performance on the global stage. In a message shared on his official social media account, Infantino thanked the Moroccan squad for delivering memorable......
European Union member states have yet to reach a consensus on a proposed 21st package of sanctions against Russia, highlighting ongoing differences over the bloc's strategy toward Moscow. Speaking ahead of a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels, the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, acknowledged......
Millions of displaced Sudanese remain unable to safely return to their homes because of widespread contamination from landmines and unexploded ordnance, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The agency warns that explosive remnants of war continue to pose one of the greatest obstacles to......
Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been sentenced to two years in prison after a Seoul court found him guilty of violating the country's political funding laws. The ruling marks another chapter in the legal challenges facing the former leader following his removal from office and multiple criminal proceedings. According to......
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has expressed skepticism about the possibility of establishing a single global system to oversee artificial intelligence, arguing that the technology is evolving too rapidly and across too many jurisdictions for centralized control to be realistic. Speaking in an interview,......
Morocco is accelerating investment in wind energy as part of its long-term strategy to strengthen energy independence and expand the role of renewable sources in its electricity mix. The country aims to have renewable energy account for 52% of its installed electricity generation capacity by 2030, reinforcing its position as one of Africa's......
European stock markets opened the week with mixed performance as investors remained cautious following heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Concerns over the impact of regional instability on global trade, energy markets, and inflation contributed to a subdued trading environment across major European exchanges. Market participants......
The United States and Europe could require an estimated $23.6 trillion in additional investment by 2050 to reduce their economic and technological dependence on China, according to recent economic analysis highlighting the scale of the challenge facing Western economies. The projected investment would support the development of alternative......
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, posted record revenue growth during the first half of 2026, supported by surging global demand for advanced semiconductors used in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and next-generation digital infrastructure. The company reported strong......
European aviation markets are facing increasing concerns over potential jet fuel shortages as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East raise uncertainty about shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important energy trade routes. Industry estimates suggest that Europe could experience a significant jet fuel supply......
Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, widely known as Bono, has emerged as one of the standout performers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing global attention for his remarkable performances in penalty shootouts and his distinctive approach to goalkeeping. Long regarded as moments largely decided by instinct and chance, penalty shootouts have......