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Strengthening security ties: Moroccan ambassador meets UK security minister

The Moroccan ambassador to the United Kingdom, Hakim Hajoui, recently engaged in a significant dialogue with Dan Jarvis MBE, the British Security Minister. This meeting underscores the vital partnership aimed at enhancing the collective security of both nations. The discussion provided an excellent......

Trade and investment growth between Morocco and the UK in 2024

A report issued by the UK’s Department for Business and Trade on April 7, 2025, highlighted significant improvements in the trade agreement between Morocco and the United Kingdom, which took effect on January 1, 2021, under the bilateral partnership agreement. The latest data reflects an upward......

UK Parliament seriously considers recognizing Morocco's sovereignty over Moroccan Sahara

UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, confirmed ongoing discussions between the United Kingdom and Morocco regarding the Moroccan Sahara issue. This statement was made during a parliamentary session on April 1, 2025, after Conservative MP and former Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Andrew Mitchell,......

The impact of the US-China trade war on the UK-US special relationship

Since Winston Churchill first coined the term “special relationship” in 1946, it has been the cornerstone of the bond between the UK and the US. This relationship, which was initially forged in the face of Soviet opposition, has grown stronger over the decades. However, after nearly 80 years,......

UK Implements Paid Electronic Travel Authorization for European Visitors

Starting April 2, European travelers heading to the United Kingdom must obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) or a traditional visa for purposes such as work or study. The UK government introduced this digital permit to enhance border security by modernizing its immigration system. Travelers......

X-Links President warns of relocating Morocco-UK energy project amid UK delays

X-Links President and former Tesco chief Dave Lewis has issued a stark warning regarding the future of a groundbreaking £25 billion renewable energy initiative linking Morocco and the UK. Due to ongoing government delays, Lewis indicated that investors may consider shifting the project to Germany......

UK businesses free to operate in Morocco’s Sahara

The UK government has affirmed that British companies are allowed to conduct business in Morocco's southern provinces of Sahara, emphasizing that businesses can make independent decisions regarding trade and investment in the area. This declaration was made by Minister of State for Trade Policy,......

Travelodge anticipates growth despite slow start to 2025

Travelodge, the budget hotel chain operating over 600 locations across the UK, Ireland, and Spain, has reported a modest increase in annual sales as consumers continue to prioritize experiential spending. However, the start of 2025 has been sluggish, even with a boost from major events like the Six Nations......

Morocco's role in the UK's clean energy future

Morocco is poised to become a pivotal player in the United Kingdom's clean energy ambitions, according to former UK Defence Minister Nick Harvey. In a recent article for PoliticsHome, Harvey emphasized the North African country's potential to support Britain's renewable energy goals, particularly......