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Morocco and Austria sign strategic dialogue agreement to boost relations

On Wednesday in Vienna, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to initiate a strategic dialogue between Morocco and Austria. This significant agreement was formalized by Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccans Living Abroad, Nasser Bourita, and Austria's Federal Minister for European and International Affairs, Beate Meinl-Reisinger. The MoU reflects the shared ambition of both nations to enhance their friendly relations and cooperation across various

Philippe Lalliot expected to be the next French ambassador to Morocco

Philippe Lalliot is poised to become the new French ambassador to Morocco. Reports from Africa Intelligence this Tuesday indicate that President Emmanuel Macron has selected him to replace Christophe Lecourtier, who will be assuming the leadership of the French Development Agency (AFD). An experienced diplomat, Philippe Lalliot has been leading the Crisis and Support Center (CDCS) at the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs since 2023. His appointment in Rabat coincides with a period where

Austria supports UN resolution backing Moroccan autonomy plan for Sahara

Austria on Wednesday voiced its support for United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797 (2025), stating that «genuine autonomy under Moroccan sovereignty could constitute a most feasible solution» to the regional dispute over the Moroccan Sahara. This position was outlined in a joint communiqué issued following a meeting in Vienna between Austria’s Federal Minister for European and International Affairs, Beate Meinl-Reisinger, and Morocco’s Minister of

Moroccan and Spanish teams search for missing boat near Tan-Tan

Moroccan authorities, in coordination with Spanish maritime rescue services, have launched search operations for an inflatable boat carrying around 30 people. The vessel issued a distress call early Tuesday morning, more than 113 kilometers northwest of Tan-Tan, in southwestern Morocco. According to sources from the maritime rescue service cited by EFE, the «Sasemar 103» aircraft was deployed on Wednesday to support the search, as the Moroccan navy had not yet located the

Cannabis production in Morocco rises to 19,576 quintals in 2025

The total production of dry cannabis matter recorded a significant increase in 2025, reaching 19,576 quintals, compared to 18,810 quintals the previous year, according to Mohamed El Guerrouj, Director General of the National Agency for the Regulation of Activities Related to Cannabis (ANRAC). In an interview with MAP, El Guerrouj noted that the agency issued 4,147 new licenses in 2025, bringing the total number of operational licenses to 5,765. Of these, 5,492 licenses, representing 99%, are

Florence police dismantle Morocco-linked drug network

Italian police have dismantled a drug trafficking network linked to Morocco, issuing 21 precautionary detention orders on April 21 following a three-year investigation in Florence, local media reported. A total of 19 suspects were arrested, 13 placed in custody and six under house arrest, while two others were ordered to remain at home. The group includes 16 Moroccans and five Italians. Investigators identified two Moroccan nationals as the leaders of the network, coordinating operations and

Former Spanish Defense Minister Trillo claims «Moroccan cells behind 2004 Madrid attacks»

Former Spanish Defense Minister Federico Trillo, who served from April 2000 to April 2004, recently offered a controversial interpretation of the March 11, 2004, Madrid attacks during a book presentation in Barcelona. Trillo expressed his «absolute conviction» that the attacks were orchestrated by «cells sent from Morocco, under the supervision and coordination of French intelligence services». The Madrid attacks are considered Spain's «largest terrorist

Washington concerned about Polisario's ties with Iran

On Tuesday, April 22, the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee convened a hearing featuring Monica Jacobsen to discuss terrorist activity in Africa. A standout moment came from Republican Senator Ted Cruz, who reiterated his claims against the Polisario Front, alleging its connections with the Iranian regime and its influence in the region. Le sénateur américain Ted Cruz ?️ : «L’Iran cherche à transformer le Front Polisario en une version des Houthis en

Ceuta–Morocco secret tunnel also used to smuggle migrants

Investigations by the Spanish police have unveiled a startling revelation: the secret tunnel recently discovered linking the industrial zone of Tarajal in Ceuta to Morocco was not just a conduit for drug trafficking. It was also, at times, a passageway for the clandestine entry of migrants into the city. According to legal experts and sources well-versed in drug trafficking operations, these tunnels are not isolated phenomena but part of a sophisticated network employed by criminal

Morocco arrests Israeli national wanted internationally for large-scale scams

Moroccan police have arrested an Israeli fraud suspect, Avi Golan, in Marrakech, following a nighttime raid on a luxury villa in an upscale neighborhood, putting an end to years of international scams carried out under multiple identities, Israeli media reported on Tuesday. Golan, 70, who operated under aliases such as Yair Bibert, is wanted in several countries under an Interpol warrant and is suspected of defrauding hundreds of victims worldwide. According to sources, Golan posed as wealthy

Pratt & Whitney Canada opens aircraft engine parts manufacturing plant in Nouaceur

Canada-based aircraft engine manufacturer Pratt & Whitney Canada inaugurated, on Tuesday, a new manufacturing facility in Nouaceur’s Midparc Industrial Zone, strengthening its industrial footprint in Morocco. The site, which spans 130,000 square feet, is expected to create around 200 jobs by 2030 and boost production capacity to meet growing global demand for aircraft engines, the company said in a press release. The facility will produce detailed static and structural machined

King Mohammed VI, UAE President discuss regional issues in phone call

King Mohammed VI held a phone call with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed on Tuesday, April 21, reaffirming Rabat’s commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation, particularly in development sectors, according to the Emirates news Agency. During the exchange, the Moroccan monarch stressed the importance of continued consultation and coordination with Abu Dhabi, as both leaders agreed to deepen joint efforts in the face of regional challenges. Discussions also covered key

Moroccan chamber approves judicial reforms for Adoul profession

On Tuesday, during a plenary session, the Chamber of Advisors approved by majority the draft bill 16.22 on the organization of the Adoul profession. The bill was adopted with 20 votes in favor, one against, and 11 abstentions. Presenting the text, Minister of Justice Abdelatif Ouahbi said the amendments are part of ongoing reforms in the judicial sector and aim to strengthen the role of the profession as an auxiliary of justice. He stressed that the draft law «revisits several key

Akhannouch predicts end to Iran conflict and fuel price drop within three months

On Tuesday, the head of the government addressed the House of Representatives, suggesting that the conflict in Iran could potentially conclude within «three months». Aziz Akhannouch expressed optimism about an impending drop in fuel prices, predicting they would revert to levels seen prior to February 28. Aziz Akhannouch asserts that inflation is a temporary issue and that prices will soon stabilize ???#Akhannouch #Maroc #Inflation #Economy #Government

Ryanair eyes Morocco for $800 million engine maintenance investment

Ryanair is considering Morocco as one of the potential locations for its future in-house engine maintenance workshops (MRO), the airline’s CEO Michael O’Leary announced on Tuesday. «We are actively negotiating with six locations for these facilities», he told Aviation Week on the sidelines of an event in Vienna. In addition to Morocco, the countries under consideration include Spain, Italy, Poland, the Baltic states, and Northern Ireland. According to O’Leary,

Morocco climbs to 62nd in FIFA women's world ranking

Morocco has made impressive strides in the latest FIFA women's world rankings, climbing four spots to secure the 62nd position, as announced on Tuesday. Thanks to three wins in friendly matches, the Atlas Lionesses have boosted their score to 1402.88 points, up from 1399.54 in the December 2025 rankings. In the African rankings, Morocco holds the 4th position, following Nigeria (36th globally, +1), South Africa (58th, -3), and Ghana (59th, +3). Zambia, maintaining its 64th place globally,

Morocco and Sweden enhance security ties with new cooperation agreement

Morocco and Sweden signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday to strengthen bilateral security cooperation, during a working visit by Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, to Stockholm on April 20–21. The agreement establishes a framework for closer coordination between the two countries’ security services, focusing on the exchange of expertise, training, and best practices, as well as improving responses to

US official to meet Polisario leaders on Tindouf camps dismantling

A senior American official, who led humanitarian issues at the State Department for four years, is expected in the Tindouf camps, according to a source close to the matter who spoke to Yabiladi. Tabari A. Dossett is scheduled to meet with Polisario leaders on Wednesday to discuss the delicate issue of dismantling the camps. This working visit comes just days after a meeting held on April 17 in Turkey between the special advisor to the American president for African and Arab affairs, Massad