Morocco
Experts: War Unlikely Between Morocco and Algeria Despite Rising Tensions
While tensions are increasingly high between Morocco and Algeria, a French think tank says that a war between the two neighboring countries remains "unlikely".
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Morocco
Moroccan Singer Manal Granted French Visa After Cultural Ministry Intervenes
Thanks to the intervention of the Ministry of Culture, Moroccan singer Manal Benchlikha and her husband have finally obtained their visa for France.
Morocco
Morocco's Passport Power Rises: Now Offers Visa-Free Travel to 65 Countries
The Moroccan passport has gained 2 places in the annual ranking of the most powerful passports in the world, according to the latest ranking by Henley & Partners. Morocco is now ranked 80th out of 199 worldwide, allowing passport holders to travel to 65 countries without a visa.
Morocco
Morocco Aims to Boost Diaspora Remittances by Cutting Transfer Costs
In order to maintain the flow of remittances from the diaspora , Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM), in collaboration with the public authorities, has taken actions to diversify the transmission channels and reduce the costs of these transfers.
Morocco
Morocco's Public Debt Soars to 88.9% of GDP, Reaching 1.18 Trillion Dirhams
In 2021, the outstanding public debt increased by 117 billion, reaching 1180 billion dirhams (MMDH), which represents a ratio to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of 88.9%.
Morocco
Canadian-Moroccan Singer La Zarra to Represent France at Eurovision 2023
Canadian-Moroccan singer La Zarra has been internally selected to represent France at the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.
Morocco
Moroccan Judge Faces Up to 20 Years for Alleged Corruption in High-Profile Trial
Prosecuted in custody, the judge of Beni Mellal who was caught in the act of corruption should appear shortly before the criminal chamber in charge of financial crimes. This is the decision taken by the investigating judge at the end of the trial before the Court of Appeal of Rabat.
Morocco
Moroccan Real Estate Tycoon Sentenced to 15 Years in $40 Million Fraud Case
The Bab Darna case , one of the biggest real estate scandals in Morocco, reached its conclusion on Thursday with the sentencing of Mohamed El Ouardi, CEO of the real estate group, to 15 years in prison by the criminal chamber of the first instance court in charge of financial crimes at the Casablanca Court of Appeal. Moroccans residing abroad (MREs) were particularly affected by this case which affected more than 1,000 victims.
Morocco
Moroccan Gendarme Arrested for Corruption in Khémisset Sting Operation
In Khémisset, the elements of the Royal Gendarmerie arrested one of their own in the act of corruption. He is accused of having received a bribe of 400 DH.
Morocco
Jamel Debbouze to Co-Host 2023 César Awards with Star-Studded Lineup
The 48th César ceremony, scheduled for February 24 in Paris, will be presented by a host of stars, including Jamel Debbouze . The Franco-Moroccan comedian has already been President at the 2013 edition.
Morocco
Turkey's Exports to Africa Surge, Morocco Emerges as Key Destination
Morocco is cited as one of the main destinations for Turkish exports to Africa . In 2022, the volume of these exports reached $3 billion, making the kingdom the second destination on the continent.
Morocco
France Hosts Majority of Moroccan International Students, Study Finds
France remains the top host country for Moroccan students abroad . During the 2021-2022 academic year, more than half of them were recorded in the Hexagon.