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Spain and Morocco enhance maritime security with joint patrols

In a significant move to bolster maritime security cooperation, the Spanish Civil Guard (GCE) and the Moroccan Royal Gendarmerie (GRM) have initiated joint patrols around Las Palmas in the Canary Islands. This initiative aims to combat criminal networks facilitating irregular migration from Morocco to......

Strengthening ties: Spain and Morocco’s evolving relationship

The bilateral relationship between Morocco and Spain is undergoing a significant transformation, marked by a robust diplomatic partnership that has emerged after a period of tension over Western Sahara-related issues. In a recent address to the Spanish Senate, Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares......

Spain's financial support to Morocco amid rising military spending

At the beginning of the year, Spain allocated €2.5 million in aid to Morocco to enhance migration control efforts. This financial support, implemented by the International and Ibero-American Foundation for Administration and Public Policies (FIIAPP), is aimed at strengthening the logistical capacity......

Surge in Spanish remittances positions Morocco as a leading recipient

Remittances from Spain to Morocco have nearly doubled over the past decade, establishing Morocco as the second-largest recipient of funds transferred from the European nation. Recent data from the Bank of Spain, analyzed by The Objective, reveals that in 2023, remittances to Morocco reached €1.375......

Moroccans lead foreign workers in Spain's social security system

According to official figures released on Monday in Madrid, Moroccans residing in Spain hold the top position among foreign workers affiliated with the social security system. As of the end of February 2025, the total number of Moroccans contributing to Spain's social security reached 350,433, making......

Moroccans rank second in EU citizenship grants in 2023, losing top spot to Syrians

According to the latest figures released by Eurostat, Moroccans ranked as the second-largest group to receive citizenship from European Union (EU) member states in 2023. A total of 106,500 Moroccans were granted EU citizenship, trailing just behind Syrians, who claimed the top spot with 107,500 citizenships. This......

Spain’s unique approach to migration and its economic success

From Madrid to Barcelona, Spain’s vibrant economy is evident in bustling restaurants, packed hotels, and a thriving service sector. Recognized by The Economist as the world’s best-performing economy in 2024, Spain’s success is attributed in part to a distinctive migration policy that......

Germany's political crossroads: Migration and identity shape crucial 2025 election

As Germany approaches a pivotal election in 2025, the nation grapples with significant challenges that are reshaping its political landscape. With a population nearing 85 million, Germany has become the third-largest refugee-hosting country globally and the largest in the European Union, hosting 3.5......

A Diplomatic Standoff: Petro's Confrontation with Trump and Its Impact on Colombia

On January 26, 2025, a late-night social media post by Colombian President Gustavo Petro triggered a diplomatic dispute with the United States, exacerbating tensions over the treatment of Colombian migrants being deported. Petro criticized the U.S. for its handling of deportations, particularly after......