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🇺🇸Trump raises Western Sahara tensions
The impact of a second Donald Trump presidency is already resonating in the disputed territory of Western Sahara. The Polisario Front has warned it will ramp up military attacks against Moroccan troops should support from France and the new US administration for Rabat’s alleged occupation of the region continue. Recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the…
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Algeria Reportedly Orders Russia’s Su-57 Stealth Fighter Jets Amid Regional Arms Race
Algeria has reportedly become the first African nation to express serious interest in acquiring Russia’s advanced Su-57 stealth fighter jets, signaling a potential escalation in the ongoing arms race with its neighbor, Morocco. While Russia’s arms export agency, Rosoboronexport, has confirmed that an international client has ordered the jets, the buyer’s identity remains undisclosed. However, multiple…
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Morocco launches anti-dumping investigation into Egyptian steel imports
The Ministry of Industry and Trade has launched an investigation into steel sheet imports from Egypt amid suspicions of dumping after a complaint from Maghreb Steel regarding a questionable increase in Egyptian imports, which it claims adversely affects the national industry. In a notice published on Thursday, October 10, the department stated that it had…
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Morocco’s Strategic Preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup
Morocco, in collaboration with Spain and Portugal, is set to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, marking a historic milestone for the nation. Under the coordination of Fouzi Lekjaa—both Minister Delegate for the Budget and President of the Moroccan Football Federation—the Kingdom is taking strategic steps to ensure the event’s success while unlocking substantial economic…
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UNESCO has declared Rabat World Book Capital for 2026
UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay has announced the designation of Rabat, Morocco, as the capital of World Book Day 2026. The year of celebrations will begin on April 23, World Book and Copyright Day. “Rabat is a cultural crossroads where books help transmit knowledge and art in all their diversity. The growing local book industry also…
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Algeria Welcomes EU Court Ruling on Morocco Trade Agreements, Emphasizes Sahrawi Rights
Algeria has expressed its strong approval of the recent ruling by the European Court of Justice (CJEU) that annulled trade agreements between the European Union and Morocco, a decision that has reignited international discourse on the status of Western Sahara. The Algerian Foreign Ministry praised the ruling, calling it a “recognition of the Sahrawi people’s…
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Russia is considering cancelling visas for several African countries
Russia is considering cancelling visas for several African countries. Moscow is preparing agreements on a visa-free regime with nine countries in Africa and the Middle East, according to Alexei Klimov, head of the Consular Department of Russian diplomacy. Previously, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that Russia was in talks to simplify visa regimes with several…
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Indian manufacturer Tata to build defense plant in Morocco, India’s first overseas defense venture
Tata Advanced Systems Ltd will build the defense plant in Casablanca and produce WhAP amphibious armored vehicles for the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces, according to The Economic Times. These vehicles are already in limited service with the Indian Army and are deployed on the border with China. The facility, which is expected to be operational…
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Algeria introduces visa for Moroccans as mistrust grows between the neighbors
The Algerian Foreign ministry announced on Thursday (Sep. 26) the reintroduction with immediate effect of a visa for holders of a Moroccan passport. The ministry notably cites “destabilization actions” and the organization of “human and drug-trafficking, espionage and the deployment of Zionist agents.” The end of the visa exemption regime for Moroccans is the latest…
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Morocco, China forge water cooperation agreement for 2025-2027
Morocco and China signed a memorandum of understanding in Rabat on Wednesday launching an executive program for cooperation in water resources for the 2025-2027 period, according to a press release from the water ministry. This program focuses on collaborating on water infrastructure projects, specifically in the areas of construction, operation, management, and maintenance of water…
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