On October 23, 2024, Rachid Talbi Alami, the President of the Moroccan House of Representatives, welcomed Laurent Wehrli, the Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Swiss National Council, at the council's headquarters in Rabat. This visit marks a significant parliamentary engagement aimed at bolstering cooperation between Morocco......

Morocco's parliament is taking bold steps toward modernizing its tax system through a comprehensive Finance Bill that targets consumable goods with significant public health implications. The proposed legislation, discussed in a recent ministerial council session led by King Mohammad VI, aims to generate $1.7 billion in revenue through......

Morocco is set to enhance its visa application process as VFS Global takes over the provision of UK visa services, replacing TLS Contact under a newly awarded contract. This significant transition, effective October 22, 2024, will allow applicants to schedule appointments with VFS Global for their UK visa applications. With a presence in......

The European low-cost carrier Ryanair has announced a strategic expansion of its Moroccan network with a new route connecting the cultural hub of Marrakech to Birmingham, England, scheduled to commence in winter 2024. The airline will operate three weekly flights on this route, enhancing travel accessibility between Morocco and the United......

In a landmark case that has gripped France, Gisèle Pelicot, a 72-year-old woman, has taken the stand in a trial against her former husband, Dominique Pelicot, who is accused of drugging and raping her over a span of nearly a decade. The trial has unveiled shocking details of how Dominique allegedly invited dozens of men to assault Gisèle......

In a significant development for Mediterranean migration policy, Spain's Secretary of State for Security, Rafael Pérez, has designated Morocco as a "priority partner" in addressing irregular migration challenges. The announcement came during the XXI Meeting of the Spanish-Moroccan Permanent Group on Migration held in Marrakech,......

Morocco's economy is set for a calculated upswing, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasting growth rates of 2.8% in 2024 and 3.6% in 2025, signaling a gradual but promising recovery for the North African nation. The latest "World Economic Outlook" report presents an encouraging scenario for Morocco's economic......

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) is set to establish a new office in Rabat, Morocco, in December 2024, marking a significant step in enhancing economic collaboration between the United States and Morocco. This initiative aligns with a broader strategy announced during a tripartite agreement in December 2020, which......

The autonomous city of Ceuta faces severe financial instability due to mounting costs associated with caring for unaccompanied migrant minors, according to government spokesperson Alejandro Ramírez. The Mediterranean enclave's administration describes its current financial situation as "practically unsustainable." The......

In a recent development, Keir Starmer, the British Prime Minister, has asserted that he can sustain a positive relationship with Donald Trump, despite accusations from the former president's campaign alleging 'foreign interference' by the UK’s Labour Party in the upcoming US presidential election. The Trump campaign has lodged......

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla touched down in Samoa on Wednesday evening, marking a significant diplomatic visit that combines ceremonial traditions with urgent climate change discussions at the Commonwealth heads of government meeting (CHOGM). The royal couple received a formal welcome from Samoan Prime Minister Fiame Naomi......

In a significant escalation of violence in Sinaloa, Mexican military forces have reported the deaths of 19 individuals believed to be affiliated with the Sinaloa cartel. This confrontation occurred after over 30 armed assailants opened fire on soldiers in Culiacán, the state capital, prompting a fierce exchange of gunfire. The Ministry......

Morocco's economic landscape is experiencing significant transformation, marked by substantial foreign investments and ambitious infrastructure developments. The nation's strategic focus on automotive manufacturing and green hydrogen initiatives is reshaping its industrial sector, while preparations for hosting major international......