In recent years, Morocco and the United States have strengthened their military cooperation through major defense acquisitions, training programs, and joint exercises. This includes significant arms purchases, security assistance, and Morocco’s participation in U.S. military initiatives like African Lion and the State Partnership Program.
Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco's national airline, has announced the cancellation of its flights to and from Brussels scheduled for February 13. The decision was made public on Wednesday. In a statement posted on X, RAM attributed the cancellations to «a strike in Brussels». The affected flights include «AT830, AT637, AT636, and AT831» connecting Brussels with various Moroccan destinations. RAM assured its customers that «several solutions» are available
Morocco has eliminated Spanish manufacturer Talgo from the initial phase of a significant contract to acquire 150 trains, which the nation aims to have operational ahead of the 2030 World Cup, an event it is co-hosting with Spain and Portugal. Reports from Spanish media indicate that Morocco will now consider proposals from CAF and Hyundai Rotem. French company Alstom, which recently secured a deal for 18 high-speed units for the same infrastructure, has also been excluded from this
The Taroudant Court of First Instance has sentenced a contractor to three years in prison for defrauding victims of the Al Haouz earthquake. The court also mandated the contractor to pay 30 000 dirhams in compensation to each of the 34 victims involved. The case came to light following complaints from individuals affected by the earthquake in the Taroudant province. The victims reported that the contractor had collected 20,000 dirhams from each person under the guise of participating
On Tuesday, February 11, the Marrakech Police Department, under the guidance of the Public Prosecutor's Office, initiated a judicial investigation into alleged criminal activities involving seven individuals. The group, consisting of four women and three men aged between 25 and 43, is suspected of operating a venue for illicit activities and facilitating prostitution. The investigation was triggered by the discovery of sexual advertisements on a social media platform managed from a sub-Saharan
Morocco allowed the first commercial shipment from Ceuta on Tuesday, with a truck loaded with automotive materials crossing the border at 3:30 pm. The operation comes after two failed attempts in January due to lack of documentation, according to Iberian media. This time, however, the truck, belonging to Vivera Atlántico-Mediterráneo, completed all customs procedures without issues. The Spanish governmental delegation in Ceuta reported that the truck completed its legal
General Charles Quinton Brown Jr., the 21st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the United States, engaged in discussions with Morocco’s Inspector General of the Royal Moroccan Armed ForcesMohammed Berrid on Monday. In a post on his social media platform X, General CQ Brown highlighted that their talks centered on «security issues in the Sahel and Maghreb» regions. «Morocco is one of our oldest allies; we will continue to support one another in the face of
Moroccan luxury fashion label Hanout Boutique, spearheaded by designer Meriem Nour, is making significant strides in its global expansion. Following a successful debut in Paris earlier this year, the brand is poised to showcase its collection at COTERIE New York from February 18 to 20, 2025. This prestigious trade show is a key event for fashion industry insiders. COTERIE New York is renowned for gathering buyers, retailers, and stylists eager to discover the latest trends. For Hanout
Saint-Gobain Sekurit Maroc has partnered with Energie Éolienne du Maroc (EEM), a subsidiary of the Nareva Group, to secure a supply of 35 GWh of wind-generated electricity annually. The 20-year agreement, set to commence in March 2025, is poised to meet 90% of the Kenitra production site's electricity requirements, significantly curbing its carbon emissions. This landmark initiative is a first for Saint-Gobain in Morocco and aligns with the company's broader decarbonization strategy.
The French radio station Monte Carlo confirmed today the news indicating the involvement of the Algerian regime and the Polisario militias in fighting alongside the forces of deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad against the armed opposition, which unexpectedly ousted him on December 8, 2024.
Artículos más...
chargement...
