Morocco
Moroccan Diaspora Remittances Hit Record $10 Billion in 2021, Boosting Economy
Transfers from Moroccans living abroad (MRE) to Morocco reached a record of 100 billion DH in 2021, an increase of 46.6% compared to 2020.
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Spain
Brussels Airport Sees Morocco Among Top Travel Destinations as Passenger Numbers Rebound
Morocco, Spain, Turkey, France and the United States are among the most visited destinations by Belgians in 2021. As in the previous year, Brussels Airport expects a strong increase in the number of passengers in 2022.
Spain
US-Morocco Alliance Raises Concerns for Spain's Strategic Position
The political and military alliance of the United States with Morocco compromises the future stability of Spain, analyzes a Spanish journalist.
Morocco
Morocco Bolsters Military with Advanced US Abrams A2 Tanks Amid Regional Tensions
The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) will receive new state-of-the-art American tanks in the coming days. This will strengthen its armament in a context marked by tensions with Algeria.
Morocco
US Embassy in Rabat Illuminated with Moroccan Flag Colors to Mark Independence Milestone
The United States Embassy in Rabat celebrated the anniversary of the presentation of the Manifesto of Independence on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, by illuminating itself in the colors of the Moroccan flag.
France
Morocco Bolsters Air Defense with Chinese Missile Systems Near Rabat
Morocco has just installed a military base near Rabat that houses the air defense systems acquired from China: the Sky Dragon 50 and FD-2000B surface-to-air missiles capable of countering all kinds of threats on Moroccan territory and even beyond.
Spain
Spanish Opposition Slams Foreign Minister's Failure to Mend Morocco Relations
After six months at the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the EU and Cooperation, José Manuel Albares has failed to resolve the crisis with Morocco. This is the finding made by the leader of the Popular Party, Valentina Martínez, who does not hide her "enormous disappointment".
Spain
Spain's LNG Imports Surge to 69% Amid Algerian Pipeline Closure
In December, Spain imported 69% of liquefied natural gas compared to 47% in 2020, an increase due to the closure by Algeria of the Maghreb-Europe pipeline passing through Morocco.
Morocco
Apple Maps Update Affirms Morocco's Sovereignty Over Western Sahara
The latest update to Apple Maps presents a map of Morocco including the Sahara, thus confirming the kingdom’s sovereignty over this territory.
Morocco
US AFRICOM Seeks to Expand Military Partnership with Morocco
Hailing the cooperation and coordination with the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) over the past year, the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) says it wants to strengthen cooperation with its African partners, including Morocco.
Morocco
Moroccan Authorities Allow Private Jets for Mega-Wedding Near Marrakech Amid Flight Restrictions
Hundreds of Americans and Israelis will soon travel to Marrakech for a mega-wedding party. The Moroccan authorities have already authorized the landing of private jets on Moroccan territory during this period of suspension of flights to and from Morocco.
Spain
American Tourist's Death in Madrid Hotel Leads to Arrests of Two Suspects
An American tourist was found dead in early November in his room at the Palace Hotel in Madrid. After investigation, the police apprehended the alleged perpetrators of the crime, a Moroccan and a Romanian.