The Constitutional Court has invalidated key provisions of Law No. 026.25, dealing a blow to the Moroccan government by siding with critics who argue the law undermines constitutional principles of press independence and democratic representation. This landmark ruling, prompted by a parliamentary petition, highlights significant imbalances in the composition and functioning of the National Press Council, as outlined in the Constitution.
Morocco's national coach, Walid Regragui, attempted to downplay the 1-1 draw against Mali in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage, framing it as a learning experience despite tactical missteps that left the Atlas Lions vulnerable. With their winning streak broken and tactical coherence questioned, Morocco faces pressure to demonstrate resilience and strategic clarity in their upcoming match against Zambia.
President Trump announced a 10% baseline tariff on imports to the U.S., which could further impact the already imbalanced trade between Morocco and the U.S. In 2024, the U.S. trade surplus with Morocco reached $3.4 billion, a significant increase from $35 million in 2005, one year after the signing of a Free Trade Agreement.