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Spain26 May 2021

Spain Seeks EU Support in Diplomatic Crisis with Morocco Over Migration

The crisis of confidence between Rabat and Madrid was discussed on Monday at the extraordinary summit of the European Council in Brussels. Seeking to Europeanize this strictly bilateral crisis, the head of the Spanish government, Pedro Sanchez, declared that the massive influx of irregular immigrants to Ceuta last week "represents a crisis between the European Union, Spain and Morocco", stressing that Morocco has no better ally than Spain within the European community.

Spain25 May 2021

Spain Urges Morocco to Strengthen Border Controls Amid Migrant Crisis in Ceuta

Spain is calling on Morocco to tighten border controls to limit the massive influx of migrants to Ceuta.

Spain24 May 2021

Spain Rallies EU Allies to Counter Moroccan Diplomatic Offensive Amid Crisis

In reaction to the migration crisis in Ceuta and the Brahim Ghali affair, the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has just instructed its ambassadors in the 27 European Union countries to "counter Morocco’s diplomatic offensive".

Spain22 May 2021

Spain to Welcome Vaccinated Travelers from All Countries Starting June 7

Spain is preparing to reopen its borders to travelers vaccinated against Covid-19, starting June 7, 2021. The news was announced at the FITUR in Madrid by the Head of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, who came to present the European digital green certificate.

Morocco21 May 2021

Europe Welcomes Vaccinated Tourists: Five COVID-19 Vaccines Approved for Entry

Any tourist, including Moroccans, vaccinated against Covid-19 can now travel to Europe. A total of five vaccines are authorized.

Morocco20 May 2021

EU Lawmakers Debate Health Pass for Summer Travel Amid Disagreements

How to promote circulation between EU Member States during the summer tourist season? The issue is debated within the institution. This Tuesday, negotiations on the European health certificate resume with, face to face, MEPs and representatives of the Member States who struggle to agree.

Morocco28 Apr 2021

EU Unveils Strategy to Boost Voluntary Migrant Returns, Targeting Irregular Residents

The European Commission presented on Tuesday a strategy aimed at increasing "voluntary returns" to the countries of origin of migrants residing illegally in EU countries. Morocco is affected by this operation as on Tuesday several dozen Moroccans arrived in Ceuta.

Spain25 Apr 2021

EU Urged to Create Fund Supporting Morocco's Migration Control Efforts

The European Union must set up a substantial European fund to support Morocco’s efforts in migration control. This is the proposal made on Thursday by the Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Arancha González Laya, before the Foreign Affairs Committee of Congress.

Morocco23 Apr 2021

Morocco Anticipates Surge in French Tourism as Travel Restrictions Ease

This summer season could coincide with the resumption of French tourists abroad, particularly in Morocco. The vaccine, screening tests, the usual health measures as well as the new features of the "Tous anti-Covid" application appear as a whole, as the way out of the crisis.

Morocco21 Apr 2021