Morocco
Morocco Turns to Russia and France for Wheat Imports Amid Domestic Shortfall
Like last year, Morocco plans to import more wheat from Russia and France to offset the decline in domestic production and meet local demand.
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France
Morocco
Morocco Plans High-Speed Rail Link Between Tangier and Tetouan by 2030
The Moroccan authorities have selected the Spanish public engineering company Ineco to carry out the feasibility studies and the preliminary design of the railway line to Tangier and Tetouan. A mega-contract for which French companies also competed.
Morocco
Drought-Stricken Morocco Turns to France and Russia for Wheat Imports
The severe drought that has been affecting Morocco for more than five years is impacting its agricultural production and forcing it to increase its imports of French, but also Russian, wheat.
France
France Considers Hiking Airline Tax, Potentially Raising Ticket Prices
The government of Michel Barnier is considering increasing the solidarity tax on airline tickets to generate revenue. A measure that would lead to a significant increase in ticket prices for passengers.
Morocco
Sarkozy Proposes Visa Deal to Address Deportation Issues, Praises Morocco's King
While the "obligation to leave French territory" (OQTF) is back in the spotlight in France’s relations with the Maghreb after the murder in Paris of a young French woman, Philippine, whose alleged perpetrator is a young Moroccan under this administrative measure, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy salutes the efforts made by Morocco under the leadership of King Mohammed but criticizes Algeria.
Morocco
French Singer Francky Vincent, 68, Weds Franco-Moroccan Partner in Aisne Ceremony
The singer of Fruit de la passion , Francky Vincent, married for the third time his partner, the Franco-Moroccan Aziza El Batri, in Sinceny, a small town in the Aisne.
Morocco
France's Sahara Stance Boosts Moroccan Businesses
The French recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara is already benefiting Moroccan companies.
France
Former Lawyer Reveals Disturbing Details About Suspect in Philippine Murder Case
Moroccan Taha O., 22, is accused of the murder of Philippine , the student found dead in the Bois de Boulogne. Me Laura Beauvais, a criminal lawyer at the Paris bar, who had defended him in his first rape case, makes disturbing revelations about the young man’s life and psychological profile.
Morocco
Marrakech Tops French Travel Searches for Fall Getaways, Kayak Reports
Marrakech is the most sought-after destination by the French for autumn trips and the All Saints’ school holidays (October 19 to November 3), according to the ranking of a flight search engine.
Sport
Monaco's Ben Seghir Shines in Ligue 1 Victory Over Le Havre
Thanks to an in-form Eliesse Ben Seghir , Monaco is having a good start to the Ligue 1 season. The Moroccan attacking midfielder is shining with the Monegasques.
France
Moroccan Vineyard Owner Sentenced for Human Trafficking and Labor Violations
A Moroccan and her company specializing in viticulture have been convicted by the Libourne correctional court.
Morocco
M6 Channel Faces Racism Allegations Over 'Scènes de Ménages' Cast Change
While the M6 channel announced that it had "mutually agreed" to part ways with actress Claudia Mongumu who forms the couple Louise and Jalil with Algerian actor Ryad Baxx from its "Scènes de ménages" series, an investigation by Mediapart reveals that it is a termination of collaboration on the grounds of racism. The channel denies the accusations.