According to SIPRI, Morocco and Algeria persist in an arms race, ranking as Africa's largest arms importers. This is despite a significant decline in their acquisitions during the period 2019-2023, largely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Committee on the Rights of the Child, a body of experts that monitors and reports on the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child, concluded that Spain had violated the right to education of a young Moroccan resident in Melilla. The violation occurred by refusing to enroll her in school after considering that she had proven neither her residence nor her previous studies. Quoted on March 8 by the Extranjeristas en Red association, the UN body notes that
After knocking on the door of the UN, the Polisario threatens to derail the Spanish project to transfer control of the Sahara's airspace to Morocco by seizing the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). Oubi Bachir, the representative of the Front in Geneva, made the threat in statements to Algeria's state-owned public radio Radio Algerie. «As Spain has not only provided political support for Morocco's expansionist ambitions but has also begun to provide the Makhzen regime with
On Monday, March 11, in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov received the personal envoy of the UN Secretary-General for Western Sahara, Staffan de Mistura. The talks focused «on the state and prospects of the settlement process» of the conflict, Russian diplomacy said in a press release. «The stabilizing role of the United Nations Mission for organizing the referendum in Western Sahara was underlined. An exchange of views also took place on the prospects for
Moroccan security authorities seized 13 kilograms of heroin hidden inside a car that arrived from Spain at the port of Tangier Med, according to a Moroccan security source who spoke to the Spanish news agency Efe. The source explained that the drugs were found inside a bag hidden under the engine of a Dutch-registered car after it was scanned. The initial analysis indicated it was heroin, and the drugs were seized and sent to the National Laboratory of Scientific and Technical Police for
With the King's call for a complete review, Morocco's Family Code is poised for significant changes that aim to address contemporary realities and promote a more equitable society for all.
Xlinks, the company behind the Xlinks Morocco-UK Power Project, is exploring connecting its subsea cable to Germany, in addition to the UK. This move could be a way to secure government support, which is crucial for the project's success. According to a Monday report by Bloomberg, Xlinks is studying the feasibility of also connecting the cable to Germany. «We're looking at options», said Chief Executive Simon Morrish. «Everything is a possibility». A spokesperson for
A young Moroccan national died last Saturday while trying to swim to Ceuta. He was one of 35 migrants, including eight minors, who attempted the dangerous journey during bad weather conditions, according to EFE. EFE reports that the majority of migrants who reached Ceuta by sea were injured by maritime rocks and showed symptoms of hypothermia and exhaustion. Migrants from sub-Saharan African countries have also managed to reach the enclave by crossing the border fence.
Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch launched the «Morocco Offer» today, an attractive program designed to stimulate development in the green hydrogen sector. This comprehensive program encompasses the entire value chain and aligns with investor needs, aiming to position Morocco as a competitive player in this promising industry. A press release from the Prime Minister's office explains the offer's activation process, state resources dedicated to successful implementation, and defines
Morocco is participating in airdrops of humanitarian aid to alleviate the suffering of Gaza Strip residents facing a major food shortage. The ongoing Israeli siege and war, which began last October 7th, has exacerbated the situation. Kan Reshet Bet Radio, affiliated with the Israeli Broadcasting Authority, reported on Monday that Morocco would join the airdrop effort today. Six Hercules transport planes loaded with aid departed Morocco for Israel's Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv. The planes
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