In Madrid, Spanish defense companies are preparing a record-breaking trade fair. Across the Strait, Morocco is seeking to attract the same manufacturers and their investments. The industrial rivalry could now play out at sea as well.
At the French Senate on October 28, Christian Cambon denounced what he said were inadequate economic benefits from French funding for solar projects in Morocco. The Noor complex in Ouarzazate is one example: loans from the French Development Agency and construction work awarded to Spanish companies.
The WhAP 8×8 armored vehicle, produced near Casablanca, is now part of the international showcase of Indian group Tata Advanced Systems . Presented at the Afridex military exhibition in Lagos, it is intended to help the manufacturer promote its products to African armed forces, beyond its first customer, Morocco.
MoroccoVideos showing scenes of theft in broad daylight on the streets of Morocco at the beginning of the month of Ramadan have sparked a wave of outrage on social media.
FranceGérald Darmanin, the French Minister of Justice, stated on Thursday that he will work to ensure that foreigners, including Moroccans, detained in French prisons can serve their sentences in their country of origin.
MoroccoThe real estate market in Marrakech experienced a spectacular rebound at the end of 2024. After a slump in the previous quarter, transactions have exploded, showing triple-digit growth. An upturn that confirms the recovery, even if disparities persist depending on the types of properties.
MoroccoThe Office of Foreign Exchange is currently conducting checks in several currency exchange offices in Morocco. These operations are mainly focused on establishments located in airports and tourist areas.
MoroccoTravelers using the low-cost airline Ryanair’s services must inquire about the procedures regarding the boarding pass. While the digital version is generally accepted, the paper printout remains mandatory in certain countries, including Morocco.
FranceThe Regional Health Agency (ARS) of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur reports an increase in measles cases in the region. This situation is linked to the epidemic currently affecting Morocco.
MoroccoMorocco welcomed 2.7 million tourists in the first two months of 2025, an increase of 24% compared to the same period in 2024. A performance recorded in the low season, to the delight of professionals who hope that this momentum will be maintained throughout the year.
SportThe coach of the Moroccan national team, Walid Regragui, will unveil this Friday, March 14, the list of players called up for the matches against Niger and Tanzania, counting for the fifth and sixth rounds of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. Surprises are to be expected.
MoroccoThe recent bad weather that hit Tangier has tested the solidity of its road infrastructure. And the finding is clear: several major roads show signs of weakness, calling into question the quality of the work carried out and the rigor of the controls.
MoroccoA Moroccan parliamentary proposal is considering imposing an entry visa on citizens of the European Union. Presented by Khaled Setti and Loubna Alaoui, this measure aims to establish reciprocity, as Moroccans are subject to a visa to travel to the Schengen area.