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Morocco-France : A «solid» and «forward-looking» economic partnership

The economic partnership between Morocco and France is solid and forward-looking, said Nadia Fettah, Minister of the Economy and Finance, in Rabat on Tuesday. «The positive dynamic between the two countries testifies to the strength of our economic relations and to a shared desire to go even further», said Fettah at the opening of the Morocco-France entrepreneurial meeting dedicated to strategic sectors of the future. «We want to intensify our projects, particularly in

Algeria withdraws Sahara Security Council meeting request

On Monday, October 28, the UN Security Council did not hold the meeting scheduled at Algeria's request to continue its closed-door review of the U.S. draft resolution on the Western Sahara issue. «Algeria withdrew its request to organize a new round of consultations, submitted the day before by its permanent representative to the United Nations», a source close to the matter told Yabiladi. The withdrawal came after the United States and France rejected amendments proposed by

Emmanuel Macron receives the Presidents of both Houses of Moroccan Parliament

On Tuesday, at the Royal Guest Palace in Rabat, Emmanuel Macron met with the President of the House of Representatives, Rachid Talbi Alami, followed by the President of the House of Councillors, Mohamed Ould Errachid. On October 29, 2024, the French President addressed Parliament as part of his state visit to Morocco, at the invitation of King Mohammed VI. This invitation followed the President's letter to the King on July 30, the 25th anniversary of the Fête du Trône, in which he

Air Arabia launches direct flights from Tetouan to Rotterdam and Paris

Air Arabia, the pioneering low-cost airline, has announced the launch of a new direct service from Tetouan to Rotterdam, Netherlands. Inaugurated on Monday, October 28, these flights, operated twice weekly (Saturday and Monday), provide travelers with an unprecedented opportunity for convenient transit between Morocco and Europe, according to the airline's press release. The flights depart from Tetouan at 2:20 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Rotterdam at 5:30 p.m. (local time). Return flights

Maha Haddioui secures top-10 finish at Hero Women's Indian Open, eyes LET card for 2025

Moroccan golfer Maha Haddioui secured a sixth-place finish at the Hero Women's Indian Open, strengthening her position to qualify for the 2025 Ladies European Tour (LET). The 36-year-old player delivered a final round of 69 (-3) on the challenging Delhi course. According to a press release from the LET, Haddioui, who started six shots behind the leaders, managed to climb to the top of the leaderboard after 12 holes with five birdies. Despite recording three bogeys in the last four holes, she

Veolia to build Africa's largest desalination plant in Morocco

On Tuesday, French transnational company Veolia and the Kingdom of Morocco signed a memorandum of understanding on a strategic partnership to develop an «exclusive seawater desalination project». The project will be the largest in Africa and the second largest in the world, according to a press release sent to Yabiladi. The initiative is part of Morocco’s national energy strategy, promoted by King Mohammed VI to «strengthen water supply security and meet the challenges

Morocco's Digital Transition Minister seeks stronger ties with French investors

Morocco’s Digital Transition and Administrative Reform Minister, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, met with a delegation of French business leaders and investors on Tuesday in Rabat. The meeting aimed to strengthen Morocco-France cooperation in the digital and high-tech sectors. El Fallah Seghrouchni emphasized the exceptional partnership between Morocco and France, built on a shared desire to strengthen ties of friendship and cooperation in strategic areas, particularly digital technology.

Morocco : Lieutenant General Mohammed Berrid receives his Saudi counterpart

Lieutenant General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of the FAR and Commander of the Southern Zone, received Lieutenant General Fayyad Ben Hamad Al-Ruwaili, Chief of the General Staff of the Saudi Armed Forces, at the FAR General Staff headquarters in Rabat on Tuesday. Lieutenant General Al-Ruwaili is on a working visit to Morocco from October 28 to November 2, 2024, heading a large military delegation. The discussions, held in the presence of the Saudi ambassador to Rabat, the military

French President Emmanuel Macron receives Moroccan Head of Government

The French President Emmanuel Macron, received Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch on Tuesday at the Palace of Royal Guests in Rabat. The President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron, and his spouse Brigitte Macron arrived in Rabat late Monday afternoon for a state visit to the Kingdom of Morocco, at the invitation of King Mohammed VI.

Princess Lalla Meryem and Brigitte Macron launch anti-bullying campaign

Princess Lalla Meryem, President of the National Observatory for Children's Rights (ONDE), and Brigitte Macron launched a campaign against bullying and cyberbullying at the Abi Dar Al Ghifari secondary school in Rabat on Tuesday. Initiated by ONDE under the banner «Agissons ensemble» («Let's Act Together»), the campaign includes several initiatives, such as distributing an awareness capsule on school bullying to 3,770 secondary schools and developing the

President Macron pays respects at the Mohammed V Mausoleum

The President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron, and his spouse, Brigitte Macron, visited the Mohammed V Mausoleum in Rabat on Tuesday, where they paid their respects at the graves of the late sovereigns, King Mohammed V and King Hassan II. Upon their arrival at the mausoleum, the French Head of State and his spouse were greeted by the mausoleum’s curator, Colonel Major Hassan Charif Skalli, before reviewing a guard of honor from the Royal Guard. After laying a wreath on the graves

President Macron : «Our position on the Sahara is not hostile to anyone»

In a speech to the Moroccan Parliament on Tuesday, the French President reaffirmed his support for Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara. He reiterated extracts from the letter he sent to King Mohammed VI on July 30, addressing Moroccan MPs. «For France, the present and future of this territory lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty. The 2007 autonomy plan is the only basis for achieving a just, lasting, and negotiated political solution in accordance with the resolutions of

UN urges France to reverse discriminatory hijab ban in sports

The Working Group on Discrimination against Women and Girls and three UN Human Rights Council special rapporteurs urged France on Tuesday to «reverse discriminatory measures prohibiting women and girls who choose to wear the hijab from participating in sports and ensure compliance with its international human rights obligations». In a statement, the experts noted that Muslim female athletes wearing the veil «must have equal rights to participate in cultural and sporting

Canary Islands President to visit Morocco this week to boost science and innovation cooperation

The President of the Canary Islands Government will be visiting Morocco this week to advance the cooperation and joint work between the two governments, the spokesman for the Canary Islands Government, Alfonso Cabello, said on Monday. Speaking to the media during a press conference following the Government Council meeting, Cabello said that Fernando Clavijo will lead an «important delegation» that will focus specifically on scientific, technological, and innovation

Morocco's FM receives bipartisan U.S. Congress delegation

Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita received, Monday in Rabat, a bipartisan delegation of the U.S. Congress, led by the State of Colorado’s Representative, Douglas Lamborn. In a statement to the press following this meeting, attended by U.S. Ambassador Puneet Talwar, Lamborn welcomed the ties between the U.S. and Morocco, expressing his appreciation that Morocco was the very first country in the «entire world to recognize the

Sahara issue : Egyptian President’s stance disappoints Algeria’s Tebboune

Algerian President made a one-day visit to Egypt yesterday. For once, during these trips abroad or when he receives guests, the head of state did not announce, in his statement to the press, that he had raised the question of the Sahara with President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi. Worse, his host condemned «interference in the internal affairs of countries and attempts to stir up discord between countries», Al-Sisi stressed. A position that parties in Algeria have rejected. This is

Lamine Yamal wins Kopa Trophy, named world's best young player

Spanish-Moroccan footballer Lamine Yamal received the Kopa Trophy on Monday at the 68th Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris. The 17-year-old Barcelona talent expressed his gratitude, saying it was «an honor» and dedicated the award to his mother, and grandmother, who «have been there forever». He shared his ambition to win everything with Barcelona, including La Liga and the Champions League, and hoped this would be the «first trophy in a long series». At 17,

Morocco, France sign 22 strategic agreements on infrastructure, energy, and cultural cooperation

King Mohammed VI, along with Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Prince Moulay Rachid, Princess Lalla Khadija, and Princess Lalla Meryem, and French President Emmanuel Macron, accompanied by his wife Brigitte Macron, presided over a signing ceremony on Monday at the Palace of Royal Guests in Rabat. The ceremony marked the signing of numerous agreements between Morocco and France.The agreements are as follows: 1. Memorandum of Understanding on High-Speed Train Sets: Signed by