In a new twist in the case of Marouane El Mokadim’s disappearance, security forces in Nador arrested a man last weekend suspected of trying to mislead the family by claiming to have evidence about what happened. His story, however, turned out to be completely fabricated. Marouane’s brother, Mohamed El Mokadim, told Yabiladi that the suspect contacted them from a Dutch phone number, claiming he had a video showing Marouane being assaulted on the ferry traveling from Beni Ansar
The Spanish People’s Party (PP), along with left-wing parties, rejected a proposal from the far-right party Vox calling for the suspension of the «Arabic Language and Moroccan Culture Education Program» in Spanish schools, a program supported by the Moroccan government. Vox justified its proposal by claiming the program promotes «Moroccan indoctrination», warning that it threatens to «Islamize Spain» and hampers the integration of foreign-origin
The National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) has strengthened its partnership with users of the argan forest to promote sustainable, community-driven management. On the sidelines of an international event held from June 16 to 18 in Agadir, supporting the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF), two agreements were signed to advance local «community management» of these forests, in line with Morocco’s National Forestry Strategy 2020–2030. According to a statement, the
The Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Makhtar Diop, met on Tuesday with Morocco’s Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, during a four-day visit to reaffirm IFC’s commitment to supporting the country. The visit, running from June 17 to 20, aims to consolidate a long-standing partnership and clarify priorities to stimulate economic growth through a stronger role for the private sector. During their meeting, Diop and Akhannouch discussed
Morocco will be the guest of honor at the Livestock Summit, the largest European event dedicated to farm animals. The 34th edition will take place from October 7 to 10 at the Grande Halle d’Auvergne in Clermont-Ferrand, central France. Organizers expect nearly 120,000 visitors, including a large Moroccan delegation. In preparation, they attended the International Agriculture Fair in Meknès to engage with Moroccan stakeholders in the sector. For these stakeholders, «building
Swiss construction chemicals manufacturer and marketer Sika is strengthening its local presence by launching a new mortar and admixtures plant near Agadir, Morocco. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to serve southern Morocco and neighboring markets such as Mauritania, addressing the rising demand for construction materials in this rapidly growing region, Sika said in a press release on Wednesday. The investment supports Morocco’s expanding construction sector, driven by
A delegation from the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) region is on a working visit to Laayoune. Jean-Pierre Colin, Vice President of the regional council in charge of finance and cooperation partnerships, told MAP that the purpose of the visit is to «explore the possibility of a cooperation agreement» with the Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra regional council, particularly in the field of renewable energy. Jean-Pierre Colin, vice-president of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Morocco is expanding its network of military attachés and their deputies stationed at the Kingdom’s embassies. According to the Official Bulletin dated June 9, the latest appointments involve Moroccan diplomatic missions in Angola, Ethiopia, Kenya, Argentina, and Pakistan. As a reminder, during the Ministerial Council chaired by King Mohammed VI on May 12, a decree was adopted concerning the status of military attachés, their deputies, and other military personnel. The
On Tuesday, June 17, in Rabat, Minister Delegate for the National Defense Administration, Abdeltif Loudyi, signed a military cooperation agreement with his Ethiopian counterpart, Aysha Mohammed Mussa. This strategic partnership between Rabat and Addis Ababa covers training, military exercises, joint drills, scientific research, and military health. It also includes the exchange of expertise and experience in various areas of mutual interest, according to a statement from the National Defense
On Tuesday in Casablanca, the American tech giant inaugurated a new research and development center in the heart of CasaNearshore Park. This cutting-edge facility reflects Morocco’s ambition to establish itself as a regional leader in innovation, training, and skilled employment in the digital sector.