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Morocco's Spiritual Influence: A Deep Dive into MENA's Religious Landscape

In a recent report by the Pew Research Center, Morocco emerges as one of the world's most devout nations, with 90% of its population valuing religion and over 70% engaging in daily prayer. The comprehensive study, covering 102 countries from 2008 to 2023, highlights the significance of faith in......

Living Costs for Expatriates: Casablanca and Rabat Shine as Affordable Hubs in MENA

In the ever-shifting landscape of global living expenses, Casablanca and Rabat, two of Morocco's vibrant metropolitan centers, have emerged as affordable havens for expatriates in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The latest cost-of-living survey by Mercer, a renowned authority in the......

Unraveling Gender Disparities: Morocco's Uphill Battle in the Global Gender Gap

In a stark reality unveiled by the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report, Morocco finds itself entrenched among the bottom echelons, occupying the 137th position out of 146 nations evaluated. This disheartening ranking places the North African nation in the company of countries grappling......

Charting a Blue Revolution: Dubai Hosts International Ocean Conference for the MENA Region

In a pivotal gathering aimed at safeguarding the vast marine ecosystems of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), Dubai hosted an international ocean conference on Monday. This landmark event brought together a diverse array of experts from the maritime world, fostering a collective vision for a sustainable......

Arçelik Completes Acquisition of Whirlpool Subsidiaries in Morocco and the United Arab Emirates

The Turkish company Arçelik, parent company of Beko, has announced the completion of the acquisition of Whirlpool's subsidiaries and operations in Morocco and the United Arab Emirates. "With this acquisition, Arçelik now owns Whirlpool's entities in the United Arab Emirates......

United States Announces $500,000 Support for Laâyoune and Dakhla Projects

The United States has announced its intention to provide $500,000 in support to projects in Laâyoune and Dakhla, which could, once implemented, bring a new dimension to the investment promotion dynamic. The announcement was made through the U.S. Embassy in Morocco. According to the description......

Escaping the Heat: Rising Climate Disasters Displace Hundreds of Thousands Across MENA

A new report from EuroMed Rights sheds light on the escalating human toll of climate change in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Last year alone, over 300,000 people in MENA countries were displaced by extreme weather events, underscoring the urgent need for robust policy responses to the......

Morocco Emerges as Leading Democracy in Region Amidst Regional Challenges

Amidst ongoing conflicts and democratic setbacks across the broader Middle East and North Africa region, Morocco shines as a beacon of relative stability and gradual liberalization, as revealed in the latest annual Democracy Index report. According to the 2023 index released by the Economist Intelligence......

Starbucks Explores New Ownership for MENA Franchises

In an exclusive report by Reuters, coffee giant Starbucks is currently in discussions to transfer a portion of its franchise rights in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia to US investment firm Apollo Global Management. Presently, the Kuwaiti conglomerate Alshaya oversees nearly 2,000 Starbucks......