The Minurso reduces its budget and cancels the purchase of a new helicopter

The UN has cut peacekeeping budget after being pressured by Trump's administration. On Friday the General Assembly agreed on reducing the expenses of the UN missions including the Minurso, which canceled the purchase of a new helicopter.

Environmental degradation still costs a lot in Morocco according to a World Bank study

The Cost of Environmental Degradation to the Moroccan society has barely decreased during the period between 2000 and 2014, according to a study conducted by the World Bank. The results of the survey have been presented officially today at the Ministry of Energy, Mining, Water and Environment.

Extra-virgin olive oil : A Mediterranean diet that fights Alzheimer

Extra-virgin olive oil, the main component of the Mediterranean diet is proved to be one of the healthiest foods that can preserve memory and protects the brain against Alzheimer. The study revealing this revolutionary discovery and published by Temple University Health System suggests that extra-virgin olive oil, mostly consumed and produced in Morocco, boosts learning abilities. 

Grenfell tower youngest victim is a Moroccan six-month old toddler

Leena Belkadi who used to live with he family in the 20th floor of the Grenfell tower was found dead in her mother’s arms. The Moroccan Leena hence is the youngest Grenfell tower victim.  

ODC reports : Morocco still tops the list of world's biggest cannabis producers

Morocco remains the biggest cannabis resin producer in the world, even though it has been ranked second in 2015 among the countries with the highest cannabis-cultivating surface eradicated. Thus announces the ODC in its annual report on reviewing the world's drug trafficking.

Morocco confirms the arrest of Said Chaou in the Netherlands and his extradition

Said Chaou who escaped from Morocco and was a fugitive since 2010 has finally been arrested in the Netherlands and should be expelled towards the Kingdom. The information was confirmed on Thursday by the Government's spokesperson Mustapha El Khalfi, mentioning Nasser Bourita's intervention in front of the Government Council regarding the matter.

Following violent clashes in the Rif, PJD members evoke a withdrawal from the government

A few hours after the violent clashes that emerged between protesters and the police forces in Al Hoceima, the violent confrontations have impacted the internal situation of the Justice and Development party. Some of the party’s members called for a withdrawal from the government.

2017 Trafficking in Persons Report : Morocco’s efforts in the need of reinforcement

Morocco has significantly improved its status according to the 2017 Trafficking in Persons Report issued by the U.S. Department of State. The survey indicates that the kingdom has demonstrated increasing efforts in monitoring and combating human trafficking, yet it still has to strengthen and boost its endeavors.

Al Hoceima : Escalation on the first day of Eid Al-Fitr

Al Hoceima witnessed on Monday violent clashes between demonstrators and the police. The number of injured persons is unknown.

Hirak : Royal anger at the government over the delay of «Al Hoceima, Mediterranean lighthouse» project

King Mohammed VI is disappointed and dissatisfied with the delay impacting «Al Hoceima, Mediterranean lighthouse» project implementation. He, as a result, urged the government and asked the Ministries in charge to intensify their work's pace.