The Spanish airline Vueling is strengthening its connectivity with Morocco, designated as a priority market. New routes and increased frequencies are announced to Nador, Fez, Marrakech and Tangier.
Less than a year away from the 2026 legislative elections, the debate on the political participation of the diaspora is resurfacing. Between procedures deemed complex by expatriates and a Ministry of the Interior that passes the ball to political parties, the gap seems to be widening.
Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) and travelers must comply with strict rules regarding the entry and exit of currencies, checks, and other means of payment. Lack of knowledge leads to seizures and fines. Here are five essential principles.
The construction site is progressing rapidly. Located less than 500 kilometers from the Canary Islands, the future "Dakhla Atlantique" port embodies Morocco’s maritime ambitions. A titanic project that is redrawing the geopolitical map of the region and posing a direct threat to the economic and strategic interests of the Spanish archipelago.
To mark the start of the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, Prince Moulay Hicham Alaoui shared a nostalgic snapshot. On his Facebook page, he posted a rare photo dating back to the early 1970s, showing King Mohammed VI on a football pitch.
The Council of Government has validated a 5% increase in the guaranteed minimum interprofessional wage (SMIG) in the non-agricultural sectors. This measure, which will come into effect on January 1, 2026, marks the culmination of the social agreement signed in April 2024.
Cash remains king in Morocco, but digital is gaining ground thanks to government intervention. In its 2024 annual report on payment infrastructure, Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM) notes that the economy is still dominated by cash, while highlighting the spectacular rise of electronic wallets (M-Wallets), driven by the distribution of direct social assistance.
Madrid is seeking a diplomatic solution to reopen the gas tap. The government of Pedro Sánchez hopes that the intervention of US President Donald Trump will encourage Algeria to reactivate the Maghreb-Europe Gas Pipeline (GME) , closed at the end of 2021 due to tensions with Morocco.
Morocco is not letting go. Patrizio Forniti , the alleged godfather of the Italian mafia, and his wife Monica Montenero, are being held in detention in Casablanca. While Rome is demanding their immediate transfer, the Moroccan justice system intends to try them first for offenses committed on national soil.
Vigilance pays off at the strait. The customs services of the port of Tanger Med intercepted, this Saturday, an attempt to traffic precious metals. A lot of 43 gold coins , hidden in the luggage of a traveler coming from France, was seized during a routine check.
Abdelilah Benkirane has firmly condemned the proclamation of independence of Kabylie by the MAK . The Secretary-General of the PJD qualifies this act as a "serious fault" and a "colonial plot", considering that it threatens the stability of the entire region.
The Bab Sebta border crossing is experiencing critical congestion as the year-end holidays approach. With waiting times ranging from 5 to 10 hours and endless queues, travelers are strongly advised to use the port of Tanger Med to avoid this bottleneck.