Morocco-Russia : «The military commission met twice,» said Bourita

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation visited Moscow yesterday  in an attemt to revive Moroccan-Russian strategic relations. In addition to the economic benefits of the royal visit in March 2016, welcomed by Nasser Bourita, Morocco and Russia adopt almost the same opinions regarding a number of international issues.

Central Banks' Independence : A way of strengthening Bank Al-Maghrib’s status

Morocco’s government adopted on Thursday a bill regarding amendments to the status of Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), which will grant it more autonomy. The new project comes hand in hand with the new exchange rate flexibility measure and is a step towards central bank independence (IBC) recommended by the International Monetary Fund. 

PJD members accused of terrorism and sentenced to prison because of Facebook

Accused of «advocacy and incitement of terrorism» following the assassination of the Russian ambassador to Ankara last December, the seven young facebook users were sentenced on Thursday to prison ranging from one to two years. A ruling that remains «exaggerated and distressing», according to their lawyer.

To avoid another wave of anger, Ministers are on a mission to several regions of the kingdom

To prevent the occurrence of another scenario similar to the Hirak movement in the Rif region, El Othmani’s government is set to visit a number of regions in order to evaluate the implementation of developmental projects. Béni-Mellal and the three regions of the Sahara will be the first parts to benefit from this operation.

ZeRoadTripper : A Moroccan adventurer who travels the world with a teapot

ZeRoadTripper is the name that Amine Laqsiouar, also known as Lax, on his world tour. Starting from last year, the 28-year-old adventurer has already travelled thousands of miles visiting wonderful places all over the world. Interview.

Human Rights Watch denounces Moroccan authorities’ use of force on Saturday

Responding to the brutal repression of the demonstration organized by women on Saturday to call for the release of the Hirak detainees, Human Rights Watch has brought its own version relying on activists’ accounts. The organization, in an article published today denounced the police’s use of force while dispersing protesters.

Canada : The fight for having a cemetery for Muslims in Quebec

The tragic events that struck the Cultural Center of Quebec in January left the Muslim residents of the region brokenhearted. They also triggered the importance of having a cemetery reserved for the Muslim community in the city.

Grenfell Tower’s victims  : Nur Huda El-Wahabi,a Moroccan student remembered by her teachers

Nur Huda El-Wahabi is one of the Moroccan residents of Grenfell Tower who died in the horrible blaze. Remembered by her teachers in heartwarming declaration, Nur Huda was a role model for her classmates and a hardworking student.

Agriculture : Morocco among the top five most fertile African lands

According to a study carried out by Havas Paris and the Choiseul Institute, Morocco is considered to be one of the top 5 African champions in the eyes of international investors. An encouraging result which allows the kingdom to be distinguished by its capacity to lead the African agricultural sector. Details.

Global Firepower index : Morocco ranked 54th in terms of military capabilities

Morocco is ranked 54th by the 2017 Global Firepower index which investigates the technical strength of nations based on the number of weapons they possess. The annual report gives a detailed map to the military force in Morocco, equipments and human strength.