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Morocco's Family Code Reform Sparks Debate Between Traditionalists and Modernizers

In a significant development that echoes Morocco's 2004 Moudawana reforms, proposed amendments to the country's Family Code have ignited an intense debate between religious conservatives and progressive reformers. The controversy centers around 139 new amendments presented by Justice Minister......

Morocco-Backed Agency Commits $4.2M to Jerusalem Development Programs in 2024

The Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency (BMAQ) has allocated over $4.2 million to social and economic development projects in Jerusalem throughout 2024, according to the organization's annual report unveiled Wednesday in Rabat. The agency serves as the executive branch of the Al-Quds Committee, under the chairmanship......

Private Visit of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to the United Arab Emirates

On Thursday, His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for a private visit, further underscoring the strong and lasting bond between the two nations. This visit highlights the deep political, economic, and cultural ties that have defined the Morocco-UAE relationship......

Morocco Advances Women's Rights with Landmark Family Code Reforms

Morocco has unveiled sweeping reforms to its Family Code, introducing substantial changes aimed at enhancing women's rights and modernizing family law. The amendments, which have received preliminary approval from religious authorities, mark a significant shift in the country's approach to family......

Morocco’s 2024: Diplomatic triumphs, cultural pride, and resilient progress  

As 2024 comes to a close, Morocco reflects on a year of significant milestones that have bolstered its global standing while driving domestic progress. From diplomatic achievements and political reforms to cultural preservation and economic modernization, the Kingdom has cemented its role as a dynamic......

Morocco's Pivotal Role in Sahel Mediation: A Diplomatic Bridge Between West and Military Regimes

Morocco has emerged as a crucial intermediary between Western nations and the military governments of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger. This diplomatic prowess was recently showcased through the successful negotiation for the release of four French DGSE agents, who had been detained in Burkina Faso since......

Morocco Upholds Human Rights: Court Blocks Extradition of Egyptian Political Dissident

The Moroccan judiciary has taken a decisive stance on human rights by refusing to extradite Egyptian political dissident and physician Dr. Abdel Basset Imam to Egypt, where he faces a life sentence for opposing the current government. Dr. Imam, who holds both Turkish and Egyptian citizenship, expressed......

Senegal Deepens Economic Ties with Morocco Under New Administration

In a significant diplomatic development, Senegal's Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs, Yassine Fall, visited Rabat this week to deliver a message from newly-elected President Bassirou Diomaye Faye to King Mohammed VI, signaling a commitment to strengthen the nations' longstanding......

Historic Reform: Morocco's Family Code Embraces a New Era 

A significant milestone in the reform of Morocco's Family Code was reached on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, with a government-led communication event. This initiative follows a pivotal meeting chaired by King Mohammed VI, where the groundwork was laid for drafting the final version of the law, as confirmed......