The European Union continues to sideline the Polisario Front in discussions concerning the distribution of «financial benefits to the Sahrawi people» in relation to free trade agreements with Morocco. Brussels is conducting these negotiations exclusively with Rabat.
On Friday in Brussels, Polisario members participated in a high-level meeting focused on scientific, technological, and innovation policy between the African Union (AU) and the European Union (EU). A delegation from the Polisario Front had previously attended the preparatory session for this event, which took place on July 18 in the Belgian capital. Among the attendees was the director of the so-called «University of Tifariti», an institution that has not been operational since
Amid Algeria’s cautious official silence over the fast-moving developments on the Western Sahara issue at the United Nations, authorities in Algiers have turned to media outlets close to them to voice their position. These outlets have launched sharp attacks on France and the United Arab Emirates, accusing both countries of exerting «intense pressure» within the Security Council to push through a resolution recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara.
On Friday in Rabat, the Minister of Transport and Logistics, Abdessamad Kayouh, held talks with Hassan Ali Joho, Kenya's Minister of Mines, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs. Their discussions centered on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the maritime, air transport, and logistics sectors. The two officials committed to promptly finalizing a memorandum of understanding on technical cooperation. «We explored several areas of collaboration between Kenya and Morocco, particularly in
Born in Australia to a Moroccan father and a Chilean mother, Karisma felt a double joy watching Morocco win the U-20 World Cup in Chile, a victory that united both sides of her heritage. Between four cultures and four languages, she celebrates her identity online, sharing her love for Morocco, Chile, France, and Australia.
Marsa Maroc and the French conglomerate CMA CGM have officially sealed their partnership to manage the West Container Terminal at the Nador West Med port. This collaboration has resulted in the formation of a joint venture, with Marsa Maroc holding a 51% stake and CMA Terminals holding 49%. The terminal is slated to be operational by 2027, boasting an impressive annual capacity of 1.8 million TEUs, as revealed in a joint statement by both parties. «This project represents a pivotal
The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) has announced its support for its Moroccan affiliate, the Moroccan National Press Union (SNPM), in calling for an «immediate review of the draft law» concerning the reorganization of the National Press Council (CNP). In a statement released on Thursday, the federation criticized the bill for «reducing the representation of journalists’ organizations within the Council and disregarding the very principle of
La Federación Internacional de Periodistas (FIJ) ha anunciado su apoyo al Sindicato Nacional de la Prensa Marroquí (SNPM) en su demanda de una «revisión inmediata del proyecto de ley» sobre la reorganización del Consejo Nacional de la Prensa (CNP). En un comunicado emitido el jueves, la FIJ destacó que el texto propuesto «reduce la presencia de las organizaciones de periodistas dentro del Consejo y socava el principio fundamental de
Un nuevo estudio en Marruecos revela riesgos sanitarios alarmantes entre los trabajadores de las curtidurías tradicionales de Fez. Establece un vínculo entre la exposición diaria a productos químicos, la higiene y los altos índices de enfermedades musculoesqueléticas, cutáneas y oculares.
The Moroccan Association for Human Rights (AMDH) has unveiled a preliminary report on the GenZ protests, revealing the detention of over 2,000 individuals across several cities. The association has called for independent investigations into these actions, holding the state accountable for alleged abuses and urging respect for freedoms guaranteed by national and international laws.