Spain
Morocco Seeks National Shipping Flag Amid Maritime Transport Challenges
The crisis that occurred with Spain has highlighted the need for Morocco to have a national flag. But many reasons are slowing down the realization of this project.
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Nadia El A.
Nadia El A.
Morocco
Moroccan Expatriate Remittances Surge 48% Amid Travel Sector Decline
During the first half of 2021, remittances from Moroccans residing abroad (MRE) reached more than 44.19 billion dirhams (MMDH), compared to only 29.83 MMDH in the same period last year, an increase of 48.1%.
Morocco
Morocco Unveils 10-Year Strategy to Boost Craft Industry Competitiveness
The new 2021-2030 roadmap for the Moroccan craft sector focuses mainly on improving the achievements of previous years and strengthening the transition of the sector towards an organized and competitive craft industry.
Morocco
Morocco to Expand COVID-19 Vaccination to Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
Pregnant and breastfeeding women will soon be included in the Covid-19 vaccination program in Morocco. The option was discussed by the vaccination scientific committee on Monday, July 26, in the presence of the Minister of Health, Khalid Aït Taleb.
Morocco
Morocco Considers Stricter COVID-19 Measures as Cases Rise, Official Warns
With the new prevention measures dictated by the government in order to effectively fight the Covid-19 pandemic, the situation should normally improve within two weeks. However, if the deterioration persists, the government will be forced to take much stricter measures.
Morocco
Israel-Morocco Direct Flights Launch, Boosting Tourism Between Nations
Now, Tel Aviv is connected to Marrakech , thanks to the direct flights of the Israeli airlines El Al and Israir, launched this Sunday, July 25, 2021. Zoubir Bouhoute, Tourism Expert, talks about the context and the advantages of this launch.
Morocco
Morocco's Economy Shows Strong Signs of Recovery, Exceeding Expectations
Conjunctural indicators suggest a good recovery of economic activity in the coming months. The announcement was made by the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF) in its recent economic note.
Morocco
Essaouira's Historic Medina Undergoes Major Restoration to Boost Tourism and Preserve Heritage
The old Medina of Essaouira will soon have a new look. This is an initiative implemented thanks to the complementary program for rehabilitation and enhancement (2019-2023), the partnership and financing agreement of which was concluded in Marrakech in 2018.
Morocco
Israeli Airlines Launch Direct Flights to Marrakech, Boosting Tourism Ties
It’s official, the Israeli airlines Israir and El Al now have direct flights to Marrakech. The inauguration takes place this Sunday, July 25, 2021.
Morocco
Study: Sinopharm Vaccine Less Effective in Elderly, as Morocco Receives 2 Million Doses
Morocco received on Friday a batch of two million doses of the Sinopharm vaccine. This new delivery comes at a time when a Hungarian study reports insufficient protection against Covid-19 in 25% of people over 60 years of age.
Morocco
Morocco's Tourism Revenue Plummets 62.7% in Early 2021 Amid Ongoing Travel Restrictions
Over the first five months of 2021, tourism revenues in Morocco decreased by 62.7% compared to a 30.6% drop in 2020. This is the picture presented by the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts (DEPF) in its recent economic note.
Morocco
Morocco Installs Africa's Most Powerful Supercomputer for Advanced Weather Forecasting
The new supercomputer, the most powerful in Africa, has just been installed by the Directorate General of Meteorology (DGM) . An initiative that is part of the strategic vision 2021-2025 of the department to better prevent risks and disasters in Morocco.