Lesotho Withdraws Recognition of Western Sahara’s Self-Proclaimed Government
11 December 2019
The Kingdom of Lesotho no longer recognizes the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR, self-proclaimed in 1975).
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Pompeo’s Meeting with Moroccan King Canceled Amid Israel Normalization Talks
7 December 2019
The meeting between US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo -who arrived in Rabat on Thursday, December 5th- and King Mohammed VI was canceled at the last minute.
Brexit to Boost UK-Morocco Ties, Says British Ambassador
6 December 2019
The year 2020 holds many surprises for the Moroccan-British relations, which are some 800 years old. The United Kingdom will leave the European Union and implement the "British (…)
Morocco’s Foreign Minister Tightens Rules for Diplomats Attending Foreign Receptions
4 December 2019
The Minister of Foreign Affairs wants to bring order to his team. This is evidenced by the circular that now defines the conduct to be observed by his collaborators. Through (…)
Pompeo to Visit Morocco in December, Highlighting Strong US-Morocco Partnership
30 November 2019
Being "one of the United States’ strongest partners" in the region, Morocco will host the U.S. Secretary of State, Michael Pompeo, in early December 2019. The announcement was (…)
Maldives Backs Morocco’s Autonomy Plan for Western Sahara Dispute
16 November 2019
Through the voice of Abdulla Shahid, Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Maldives have reaffirmed their support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Morocco.
Comoros to Open First African Consulate in Laâyoune, Morocco
14 November 2019
A Comoros Consulate General will soon open its doors in Laâyoune. This decision follows talks between the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nasser Bourita, and the envoy of the (…)
Moroccans Face Mounting Hurdles in Schengen Visa Process, Petition Demands Reform
30 October 2019
Obtaining the Schengen visa for Moroccans remains a test of strength. The procedure is increasingly constraining to the point that some give up, refusing to be humiliated by (…)
US and Morocco Strengthen Alliance to Counter Iranian Influence in Africa
24 October 2019
The United States and Morocco discussed the "danger posed by Iran and its satellites" on October 22 in Washington. Consequently, the two parties intend to deploy subsequent (…)
Morocco’s New Minister Pledges Enhanced Support for Expatriate Community
12 October 2019
Nezha El Ouafi, the new Delegate Minister to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccans Residing Abroad, in charge of Moroccans Residing Abroad (MRE), (…)