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World Bank Provides Emergency Aid to Vanuatu After Devastating Earthquake

The World Bank has announced a $12 million grant to Vanuatu to support the country's emergency response and reconstruction efforts following a powerful earthquake that struck the archipelago on December 17. The 7.3-magnitude quake resulted in significant loss of life and widespread damage. Stephen......

Vanuatu Struck by Powerful Earthquake, Causing Widespread Destruction

A powerful 7.3 magnitude earthquake has struck near Vanuatu’s capital, Port Vila, leaving significant in its wake. The earthquake, which hit at 12:47 local time (01:47 GMT) on Tuesday, triggered landslides, destroyed buildings, and crushed vehicles. Among the collapsed structures was a complex......

EU Commissioner Visits Morocco, Pledges Support for Earthquake Recovery

European Commissioner for Neighborhood and Enlargement, Oliver Varhelyi, arrived in Morocco on Monday for a pivotal visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing key development initiatives. Varhelyi’s mission is underscored by a €190 million funding agreement signed with Morocco’s......

Morocco and EU Partner to Advance Earthquake Recovery with €190 Million Investment

Morocco and the European Union (EU) have signed a €190 million (approximately 2 billion MAD) financing agreement aimed at accelerating the recovery of areas devastated by the 2023 Al Haouz earthquake. The deal, formalized in Rabat by Morocco’s Minister Delegate for the Budget, Fouzi Lekjaa,......

EIB Strengthens Morocco Partnership with €1 Billion Post-Earthquake Recovery Investment

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Morocco by providing a significant €1 billion loan package. This marks a notable expansion of the EIB's nearly €10 billion investment in the country since 1979. EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris outlined......

Morocco's Sacred Recovery: Over 1,150 Earthquake-Damaged Mosques to Welcome Worshippers for Ramadan

The Moroccan Ministry of Islamic Affairs has announced a remarkable milestone in its post-earthquake recovery efforts, with more than 1,150 mosques set to reopen their doors before Ramadan. This achievement represents the successful rehabilitation of most of the 1,217 mosques damaged during the devastating......

Strengthening Bonds: U.S. Commitment to Morocco's Earthquake Recovery Efforts

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to support Morocco's ongoing recovery efforts following the devastating earthquake that struck the Al Haouz region in September last year. This renewal of support underscores the longstanding friendship between the two nations and highlights the continued......

Morocco and EIB Sign $532 Million Deal for Al Haouz Earthquake Recovery

Morocco has secured a vital agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance the recovery efforts for the regions affected by the Al Haouz earthquake. The Ministry of Economy and Finance, represented by Minister Delegate Fouzi Lekjaa, and EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris, signed the deal......

Morocco's Resilient Future: Government Enacts Earthquake-Resistant Building Regulations

In a decisive move towards safeguarding lives and infrastructure, the Moroccan government has approved a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at fortifying the country's buildings against the devastating impact of earthquakes. This landmark decision, coming in the wake of the recent Al Haouz earthquake,......