Morocco has overtaken France to become the largest consumer of Spanish gas in 2024, according to data from the Spanish Strategic Reserves Corporation for Petroleum Products (Cores). The report shows that Morocco imported 9,703 gigawatt hours of natural gas through the Maghreb-Europe Gas Pipeline, surpassing France (9,362 GWh) and Portugal (4,056 GWh). This marks a significant shift, as France and Portugal have historically been among the top consumers of Spanish gas. While Spain is not a
The Spanish Foreign Minister, José Manuel Albares, dismissed concerns that the strong relations between U.S. President Donald Trump and Morocco—particularly Washington’s recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara during his first term—would influence Spain’s stance on Ceuta and Melilla. When asked about the matter, Albares responded, «Absolutely not», emphasizing that «Morocco is a friendly country and a strategic partner, while
The Casablanca Court of First Instance sentenced activist Fouad Abdelmoumni on Monday, March 3, to six months in prison and a fine of 2,000 dirhams. Until now, he had been prosecuted while free on charges of «insulting public authorities, spreading false allegations, and reporting a fictitious crime he knew did not occur». On social media, Abdelmoumni had commented on French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Morocco from October 28 to 30, 2024, addressing
Moroccan economy is projected to grow by 5% in 2025, up from 3.3% in 2024, driven by monetary policy, expansion in non-agricultural sectors, and increased foreign direct investment (FDI). According to a study by Fitch Solutions, FDI in the automotive, aerospace, and renewable energy sectors will play a key role in sustaining growth, supported by infrastructure investments ahead of the 2030 World Cup, co-hosted with Spain and Portugal. Remittances from Moroccans living abroad have also shown
A top five list of old Moroccan ads that are funny, creative, and nostalgic, these commercials continue to evoke memories every Ramadan. These iconic ads remind Moroccans of their childhood and remain beloved to this day.
Voici une liste des cinq meilleures publicités marocaines anciennes qui sont à la fois drôles, créatives et vous rendront nostalgiques. Ces spots publicitaires continuent d'évoquer des souvenirs chaque Ramadan. Ils rappellent aux Marocains leur enfance et restent chéries jusqu'à aujourd'hui.
A continuación, una lista de los cinco mejores anuncios marroquíes antiguos que son a la vez divertidos, creativos y te llenarán de nostalgia. Estos spots publicitarios siguen evocando recuerdos cada Ramadán. Rememoran a los marroquíes su infancia y continúan siendo apreciados hasta hoy.
The British government has issued new travel recommendations for its citizens visiting Maghreb countries. Despite the terrorist risk, Morocco is considered relatively safer compared to Algeria, Tunisia, Mauritania, and Libya.
The Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have received the first batch of AH-64E Apache combat helicopters, ordered from the United States in November 2019. As planned, Khouribga Air Base welcomed the new aircraft yesterday, according to FAR Forum Maroc (an unofficial source) on Platform X. The base had been prepared in advance for their arrival. In November 2019, the administration of then-President Donald Trump approved the sale of 36 Apache helicopters to Morocco, including twelve optional units, along
The residents of the Rio Residence in Aïn Diab are caught in a standoff between their elected homeowners' association and a second group, made up primarily of entrepreneurs, who are asserting their right to access communal services despite their outstanding debts.