Historic Trunk from 1940s Morocco Discovered in French Police Station
18 November 2021
A police commander in Bordeaux discovered an old trunk belonging to Lieutenant Jean Ribaud with the label of the Casablanca transatlantic company.
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Biden Congratulates Morocco on 66th Independence Day, Highlighting 235-Year US Partnership
18 November 2021
On the occasion of the 66th anniversary of Morocco’s Independence, the President of the United States, Joe Biden, sent a message of congratulations to King Mohammed VI.
Morocco Celebrates 66 Years of Independence with Google Doodle Tribute
18 November 2021
To celebrate the 66th anniversary of Morocco’s independence on November 18, Google has created a "doodle" in the colors of the national emblem.
Morocco Switches to Health Pass, Abandoning Controversial Vaccine Requirement
18 November 2021
The vaccine pass is no longer current in Morocco. The National Council for Human Rights has announced the adoption, by the government, of the health pass to the detriment of (…)
Morocco’s Parliament to Implement Amazigh Language Use, Boosting Linguistic Diversity
18 November 2021
The current legislature plans to take legal measures to officially use Amazigh in parliament. This project will be addressed just after the adoption of the 2022 Finance Bill.
Morocco’s Government Defends Use of By-Elections as Legal Process for Filling Council Vacancies
18 November 2021
The use of by-elections in the event of a seat vacancy in the territorial councils is a "legal" provision, the government believes in response to criticisms from the Party of (…)
Study: Majority of Young Moroccans Support Hijab Wearing, Citing Religious and Practical Reasons
18 November 2021
61.2% of Moroccans are in favor of wearing the hijab, according to a study just published by the organization "Menassat for Social Research and Studies".
Morocco Thwarts 400 Cyberattacks in 2020, Protecting Public and Private Systems
18 November 2021
During the year 2020, Morocco managed to thwart 400 cyberattacks and hacking attempts carried out by hostile individuals and states.
Morocco Cracks Down on Attacks Against Healthcare Workers, Prosecutors Ordered to Prioritize Cases
18 November 2021
The public prosecutor’s office has instructed the presidents of the courts to give special treatment to complaints concerning attacks on health professionals.
Morocco Updates Covid-19 Travel Requirements for International Arrivals
18 November 2021
The Ministry of Health has updated the lists of countries classified A or B, as well as the health provisions for international travel. These new provisions come into effect (…)