Former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont has brought the long-standing dispute surrounding Ceuta and Melilla back into Spain’s political debate, describing the two Spanish-administered cities as “colonies or cities within Morocco” and arguing that their future could be submitted to a referendum. His remarks were made during......
The Worqbox Group takes a significant step in structuring its activities in Morocco. The specialist in flooring and wall coating solutions announces the achievement of the ISO 9001:2015 certification, awarded by TÜV NORD CERT GmbH. This recognition pertains to its coating activities and is part of a broader transformation initiative undertaken......
Any deterioration in trade relations between the European Union and Morocco could extend beyond Moroccan exporters, placing pressure on Spanish companies that have built their businesses around the movement of goods across the Strait of Gibraltar. The port area of Algeciras, in southern Spain, is particularly exposed. Its logistics ecosystem......
Ten lions have been found dead in Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with preliminary findings pointing to suspected poisoning, according to the authority responsible for managing the protected area. The animals were discovered on September 18, 2026, in the Ndutu area, a region known for its rich wildlife and seasonal movements......
King Mohammed VI, Amir Al-Mouminine, is presiding on Monday, September 21, 2026, over a religious vigil at the Mausoleum Mohammed V in Rabat to mark the 28th anniversary of the death of his father, the late King Hassan II. The ceremony was announced by the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery. The commemoration coincides......
Germany’s regional elections in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Berlin have produced sharply different outcomes, with the AfD emerging as the strongest party in the northeastern state and Die Linke taking first place in the capital. The results also delivered major setbacks for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s Christian Democratic......
California is preparing for a major debate over how the state should tax extreme wealth, with Proposition 40 putting a one-time levy on billionaires before voters in the November 3, 2026 election. The initiative would impose a 5% tax on certain taxpayers with assets exceeding $1 billion, with most of the revenue earmarked for healthcare.......
The global economy has shown greater resilience than expected, but persistent inflation, rising debt-servicing costs and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence investment are creating a complex set of risks, International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has warned. Speaking at the Qatar Economic Forum in New York,......
A rapid succession of developments in September has intensified the debate over how quickly artificial intelligence should advance, with researchers, technology executives and policymakers increasingly divided over the balance between innovation, competition and safety. The debate gained momentum after researchers at Anthropic raised concerns......
For Moroccan travellers heading to Europe, the Schengen visa process could enter a new phase as the European Commission reviews the rules governing short-term visas. The review comes at a time when demand from Morocco remains exceptionally high. European Commission statistics show that 619,827 short-stay visa applications were lodged in Morocco......
The Australian government has warned that faster demographic ageing and slower population growth could create significant economic and fiscal challenges in the coming decades, as declining fertility rates reshape the country’s demographic outlook. Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the decline in fertility was occurring more rapidly than previously......
Casablanca has strengthened its position on the international financial map, rising to 38th place in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI). The Moroccan city climbed 11 positions compared with the previous edition, entering the global top 40 for the first time. The 40th edition of the GFCI, published on September 16, 2026, by Z/Yen......
José Mourinho turned the spotlight on refereeing decisions after Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in Sunday’s Madrid derby, arguing that two opposing players should have been sent off during a match that also saw Real defender Dean Huijsen dismissed. The Portuguese coach devoted much of his post-match press......
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