Torrential rains caused severe flooding in northern Morocco, particularly in Ksar El Kebir, have prompted authorities to evacuate nearly 144,000 people and implement wide-ranging preventive measures. The swift response reflects years of institutional reforms and a national strategy which prioritizes anticipating, reducing, and managing natural disaster risks, rather than reacting only after disasters occur.
King Mohammed VI has accepted an invitation from the U.S. President to join the newly launched Peace Council, marking a significant step in Morocco's strategic diplomacy. As experts highlight, this move not only reinforces Morocco's role in regional stability, particularly regarding the Western Sahara issue, but also echoes a historical commitment to international peace efforts.