Spain
Spanish PM's Map Gaffe Sparks Outrage in Morocco
The appearance of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in front of a map of Morocco without its Sahara during his Christmas message provoked a wave of outrage in Morocco.
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Diplomacy
Morocco
Morocco's King Mohammed VI Visits UAE for Private Meeting with Emirati President
King Mohammed VI has traveled to the United Arab Emirates, where he is expected to meet Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Emirati president.
Morocco
Morocco Emerges as Potential Mediator in Niger Crisis as France's Influence Wanes
Fallen into disgrace, France has called on Morocco to help free President Mohamed Bazoum, detained in Niamey since his overthrow in July 2023.
Morocco
Trump's Potential Return Raises Concerns of Morocco-Algeria Tensions
The return of US President-elect Donald Trump could provoke an intensification of tension and rivalry between Morocco and Algeria, which could lead to a direct confrontation between the two countries, vying for hegemony in the Maghreb, which could harm Spain. This is at least what experts on international relations think.
Morocco
Israeli Knesset Speaker Influences Paraguay's Support for Moroccan Sahara
The Speaker of the Knesset, Amir Ohana, son of Moroccan-origin parents, played a major role in the decision taken last November by the Paraguayan Senate to support Morocco’s sovereignty and the Moroccan autonomy initiative, reveal Israeli media.
Morocco
Polisario Front Accuses Morocco of Obstructing Western Sahara Decolonization
The Polisario, protected by Algeria, accuses Morocco of obstructing the "decolonization" of Western Sahara and the international community of inaction.
Morocco
Exiled Algerian Writer Kamel Daoud Pledges Solidarity with Morocco
In an interview, the Algerian writer and journalist Kamel Daoud, who has been in exile in France for 18 months, expresses his attachment to Morocco.
Morocco
Trump's Potential Return Raises Concerns for Morocco-Algeria Relations
If the newly elected US President Donald Trump does not pursue the "openings" and attempts to urge Morocco and Algeria to restraint, the risk of an open conflict between the two neighboring countries will be high. This is at least the view of the International Crisis Group think tank.
Morocco
Xi Jinping Reaffirms China-Morocco Partnership in Brief Visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping made a quick stopover in Morocco after participating in the latest G20 in Brazil. A lightning visit during which he reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening its cooperation with the kingdom.
Spain
Sahara: Spain suffers the crisis between Morocco and Algeria
While Morocco expects Spain to officially recognize its sovereignty over the Sahara, Algeria has just ended more than two years of suspension of trade exchanges with this country, in reaction to Pedro Sanchez’s decision to support the Moroccan autonomy plan for this territory.
Morocco
Donald Trump's Return: Towards a New Chapter in Moroccan-American Relations?
The election of Donald Trump in the United States could mark the beginning of a new era in relations between Rabat and Washington. During his first term, the new US president had recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara.
Morocco
Macron's visit to Morocco: what are the stakes for Franco-Moroccan cooperation?
Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Rabat, from October 28 to 30, "marked the beginning of a new chapter in bilateral relations," said Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs.