Will Belgium follow France’s lead in recognizing Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara? A first step in that direction may already have been taken. The Belgian coalition government, nicknamed «Arizona» and formed on February 3, 2025, by liberals, socialists, Christian Democrats, and Flemish nationalists, has introduced a bill to recognize Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara, according to Africa Intelligence. The bill is expected to be examined by MPs in the
Morocco is set to finalize the purchase of 10 H225M Caracal helicopters, manufactured by Airbus Helicopters. «The aircraft will be equipped with optical and radar systems, state-of-the-art weaponry, and side armor», a Moroccan source told Yabiladi. Talks over the deal began during President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Morocco in October 2024, when the French Minister of Defense met with his Moroccan counterpart and the Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck early Wednesday, September 3, about 31 km south of Amizmiz in the Marrakech-Safi region. The quake occurred at 4:25 a.m. at a shallow depth of 12.9 km, making it widely felt in nearby towns, according to Volcano Discovery. The disaster-reporting platform also noted that the quake’s shallow depth explains why it was strongly felt near the epicenter. The tremor hit a region still scarred by the deadly September 8, 2023 earthquake, which measured 6.9 in
A historic gold discovery in Guelmim could reshape Morocco’s place in the global precious metals industry, with 34 quartz veins identified containing exceptional concentrations of up to 300 grams per ton. This breakthrough opens new horizons for Morocco to position itself as a leading player among the world’s top gold producers.
TCE (Transport Compliance Experts), a German company specializing in operational supervision and compliance services for the air cargo industry, has launched its first African office at Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN). The new office, staffed by five professionals, will provide cargo handling oversight, customs facilitation, and customer support. «By establishing this presence in Morocco, we extend our reach to a continent with enormous growth potential while reinforcing the global
Hundreds of Moroccans stranded in the Gaza Strip are facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis. With relentless bombardments, a crippling blockade, and rapidly deteriorating living conditions, these Moroccans are enduring severe hardship without adequate food or safe shelter, while the absence of diplomatic coordination continues to deny them the chance to return home.
During his inaugural training session with the Moroccan national team on Monday at the Mohammed VI Football Complex, Neil El Aynaoui expressed his delight, stating how «very happy» he is to finally be part of the squad. Since last August, the French-Moroccan player has made his allegiance clear regarding his international career, choosing Morocco over France. He shared his excitement about joining the national team in his remarks to the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF). The
A new study in Morocco’s Essaouira region shows that heavy goat browsing severely weakens argan trees, reducing their photosynthesis, leaf growth, and overall health. Researchers highlight the Agdal system, a traditional form of controlled grazing, as the best balance to protect forests while sustaining pastoral livelihoods.
From 3 November, Ryanair will require passengers across its network to use smartphone boarding passes via its app, phasing out printed versions. But Morocco remains an exception, according to English media reports. Chief executive Michael O’Leary explained: «The Moroccans still insist on paper and in those cases, we’ll accept paper boarding passes». On the broader shift, he sought to reassure travelers, telling The Independent: «Between 85 and 90 per cent of
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Haytham Eissa as its new Head of Morocco, succeeding Antoine Sallé de Chou. Based in Casablanca, he will oversee the Bank’s investments and operations in the country. «I am honored to take on this new responsibility», Eissa said. «Building on the EBRD’s strong track record in Morocco, I am committed to driving even greater impact in the years ahead. We will continue to invest in
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