Panama backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Sahara, strengthening bilateral ties

During a meeting with his counterpart Nasser Bourita on Monday, Panama’s Foreign Minister expressed his country’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara. Speaking at a joint press conference, Javier Eduardo Martínez-Acha Vásquez described the proposal as «the most serious, credible, and realistic basis for progressing toward a lasting resolution» of the dispute, even calling it «the only basis» for a future solution.

Migration ouvrière : Le Maroc participe à la consultation sur un projet de loi type en Afrique

Une consultation continentale sur le projet de loi type sur la migration de main-d'œuvre en Afrique est lancée du 16 au 18 juin à Nairobi, au Kenya, à l’initiative du Parlement panafricain (PAP), bras législatif de l’Union africaine (UA), avec la participation du Maroc, apprend-on auprès de l’institution législative panafricaine. Le Maroc est représenté à cette consultation, organisée en partenariat

Morocco advances defense industry with new industrial zones management company

Following the approval of a legal framework in August 2020 for the development of a national defense industry, Morocco is moving forward with its strategy through the creation of the Defense Industrial Zones Management Company (SGZID), as announced in the Official Bulletin dated June 5. On May 22, the government authorized the Military Housing and Equipment Agency (ALEM) and MEDZ, a subsidiary of the Deposit and Management Fund (CDG) specializing in industrial park development, to establish

Japanese embassy funds water and irrigation projects in Morocco's Errachidia and Tinghir

On June 11 and 12, the Japanese Embassy handed over three development projects in the provinces of Errachidia and Tinghir as part of its KUSANONE grant program. With a total funding of 1.57 million dirhams, these micro-projects aim to enhance human security at the local level, according to a statement. The initiatives focus on two key priorities: improving access to drinking water and enhancing irrigation systems. In M’daghra (Errachidia), the ALJID Agricultural Cooperative is benefiting

Sahara : La proposition d’autonomie, «base unique» de solution pour le Panama

Reçu par son homologue Nasser Bourita, ce lundi, le ministre des Affaires étrangères du Panama a affirmé le soutien de son pays à la proposition d’autonomie au Sahara, telle que formulée par le Maroc. Lors d’un point de presse conjoint, Javier Eduardo Martínez-Acha Vásquez a qualifié ce plan de «base la plus sérieuse, crédible et réaliste pour progresser vers un règlement durable»

Morocco leads inaugural africa day festival in Gran Canaria celebrating culture and unity

The first edition of the Africa Day Festival was held on Saturday, June 14, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Organized by the Moroccan Consulate in partnership with the city hall and Casa África, the event was led by Morocco and brought together representatives from several sub-Saharan African countries, including Cameroon, Ghana, Senegal, Gambia, and Guinea Conakry. The program featured fashion shows, painting and photography exhibitions, tastings of African culinary specialties, and

Mustapha El Basri captures the invisible in upcoming Rabat exhibition

«I Come from a Gaze That Crosses» is the title of the upcoming exhibition by Moroccan photographer Mustapha El Basri. His series of portraits will be on display in Rabat from June 19 to July 19 at the Espace Rivages of the Hassan II Foundation for Moroccans Living Abroad. Far from staged scenes, El Basri strives to «capture what escapes», seeking in people’s eyes a memory left unspoken. Born in Rabat in 1959, Mustapha El Basri has lived between Morocco, France,

Dakhla international film festival celebrates cinema and emerging african talent

On Saturday evening, the city of Dakhla launched the 13th edition of its International Film Festival, which runs until June 20. Held at the Palais des Congrès, the opening night brought together prominent figures from Moroccan, African, and international cinema, featuring the introduction of the official juries, a triple tribute, and the screening of a Moroccan feature film. Three film personalities were honored during the ceremony: French director Ladj Ly, Moroccan filmmaker Maryam

Thunderstorms and gusty winds expected this Monday in Morocco

Thunderstorms accompanied by locally heavy showers and gusty winds are expected on Monday in several provinces of Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology (DGM) has announced. According to the DGM’s orange-level alert bulletin, rainfall amounts ranging from 15 to 25 mm are forecast between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM in the provinces of Midelt, Khénifra, Ifrane, Beni Mellal, Taourirt, Jerada, Taza, and Guercif.

تقرير دولي: المغرب ضمن أسوأ بلدان العالم في المساواة بين الجنسين

احتل المغرب المرتبة 137 عالميا من أصل 148 بلدا في التقرير العالمي للفجوة بين الجنسين لسنة 2025، الذي يصدره المنتدى الاقتصادي العالمي، ليبقى بذلك ضمن الدول الأسوأ عالميا في مجال المساواة بين الجنسين.