Morocco’s growing ties with the United States and Israel are worrying the Canary Islands government. Faced with its neighbor’s growing clout in the Atlantic and West Africa, the regional executive is asking the European Union to bolster its diplomatic presence and investment.
Tourists are spending more in Morocco, and MREs are sending more money there. Yet the increase in the energy bill exceeds the additional revenue from these two sources of foreign currency combined: 23.7 billion dirhams, compared with 16.1 billion in the first eight months of 2026.
The Nigeria–Morocco gas pipeline is among the projects funded by a 473.8 billion naira loan NNPC granted to its gas subsidiary in 2025. Disclosed on October 5, the amount also covers two investments in Nigeria.
MoroccoComing into force on March 5, 2026, a circular strictly regulates the tax on undeveloped urban land . While it corrects irregular tax practices, its application is hampered by the severe lack of resources in the municipalities.
MoroccoThe rapper of Moroccan origin Ali B describes as "surreal" his appeal trial for sexual assaults . Convicted at first instance, the 44-year-old artist strongly disputes the police investigation and says he is the victim of a media trial.
MoroccoThe Moroccan police reject the claims of the Daily Mail regarding the imprisonment of a British citizen. The man was not imprisoned for distributing aid, but is being prosecuted at liberty for filming minors without their consent.
SpainFaced with the resurgence of xenophobic incidents targeting the Moroccan diaspora in Spain , diplomacy is mobilizing. The government denounces the political instrumentalization of these acts, while strengthening the legal and consular support for victims on Spanish soil.
SportUnder contract with Paris Saint-Germain until 2029, Achraf Hakimi does not envisage any transfer . His agent categorically denies the rumors of a return to Real Madrid, stating that the Moroccan defender is aiming for a new European title in France.
FranceOn Tuesday, the justice system requested eighteen years of criminal detention against the Swiss preacher Tariq Ramadan, who was tried in absentia. The public prosecutor also requested an arrest warrant and a permanent ban from French territory.
FranceDefeated in the municipal elections against Emmanuel Grégoire, Rachida Dati sees her future as uncertain. The former minister could bounce back at the helm of the prestigious domain of the Château de Versailles, thanks to an institutional reshuffle.
SportThe young FC Barcelona striker , Lamine Yamal, expressed his discontent during his substitution against Rayo Vallecano. The Moroccan-born star left the field very frustrated.
MoroccoThe hotel industry in Africa is showing record dynamism, driven by intense activity in the north. Morocco is emerging as one of the most attractive and structuring markets for the major international hotel chains.
MoroccoTrade between the United Kingdom and Morocco reached £4.8 billion in 2025. Parliament is interested in this strengthened strategic partnership, particularly focused on the future construction sites of the World Cup.