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Tanger Med Port is preparing for a potential increase in maritime traffic amid shifting global shipping routes driven by rising tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a statement by the port’s Director General, Idris Aarrabi, to Reuters. The official noted that several vessels have begun adjusting their routes, which could lead to a noticeable rise in ship arrivals at the port, one of Africa’s leading container hubs, adding that rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope may extend voyage durations by 10 to 14 days, creating additional logistical challenges. He…

Police services in Tangier arrested a 27-year-old Swedish national on Monday, March 30, who was the subject of an international arrest warrant issued by Swedish judicial authorities, on suspicion of involvement in international drug trafficking and attempted extortion. The suspect was apprehended at Ibn Battouta Airport in Tangier, where a background check through Interpol’s database revealed that he was wanted internationally under a red notice issued at the request of the National Central Bureau in Stockholm, in connection with a case involving attempted extortion and international trafficking of synthetic drugs and cannabis resin. A search operation led to the seizure…

A man in his thirties died in the early hours of Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Tangier, after sustaining serious injuries from a fall at Sour Al Maâkazine square, according to preliminary information. Reports indicate that the victim was intoxicated and sitting at the location at dawn when a group of minors in a street situation passed nearby, and one of them pushed him, causing a violent fall that resulted in severe head injuries. He was transported to hospital in critical condition, where he later died, while security services launched an investigation under the supervision of the competent prosecutor’s office.…

Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, received on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Rabat, the Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Morocco, Khaled Bensalem Bamokhalef. An official statement indicated that the meeting focused on reviewing security cooperation between Morocco and Oman, and exploring ways to strengthen it, particularly in counterterrorism and combating transnational organized crime. The two sides also discussed regional and international security developments and their implications for stability. The statement noted that the meeting reflects the strong bilateral relations and the shared commitment to enhancing coordination in security fields.

Morocco’s Ministry of Health and Social Protection reported that 53% of newly recorded tuberculosis cases in 2025 involved extra-pulmonary forms, according to official data released on the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day 2026. In an official statement, the ministry emphasized the need to strengthen public awareness and clinical vigilance among health professionals to improve early diagnosis and ensure appropriate patient care. The ministry noted that this observance aims to encourage early use of health services and improve recognition of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis, which is often harder to diagnose despite its significance. A national scientific conference will be held remotely on March…

The parliamentary group of the Authenticity and Modernity Party in Morocco’s House of Representatives has submitted an oral question to the Head of Government regarding the evaluation of the daylight saving time system adopted since 2018. The initiative was led by MP Imad Rifi, who called for a detailed assessment of the measure introduced by government decree. This move comes amid growing debate over the effectiveness of the time system, which was initially adopted to improve energy efficiency and align with international economic rhythms. The parliamentary question emphasizes the need to disclose the results of the government’s evaluation, particularly regarding…

The General Secretariat of the Justice and Development Party has announced its official adoption of a call to abolish the additional time system and return to Morocco’s standard legal time, following a regular meeting chaired by Abdelilah Benkirane. According to a party statement, this move comes amid renewed public debate on the issue, particularly during the temporary back to GMT time during Ramadan, a period that reportedly sees greater public comfort. The party stated that maintaining the additional hour affects daily life, including productivity, time management, and the balance between professional and family commitments. It also referred to biological and…

Red meat prices in Morocco, particularly lamb, have seen a noticeable increase in recent days across wholesale markets, reaching around 130 dirhams per kilogram, an increase of approximately 15 dirhams compared to the previous period, as the wedding season and Eid al-Adha approach. This rise comes amid growing demand following the end of Ramadan, with the resumption of social events such as weddings and celebrations, along with the recovery of activity in restaurants and hospitality establishments, putting additional pressure on available supply. Meanwhile, professional data indicates that some livestock breeders are reducing supply by keeping sheep in anticipation of Eid…

The General Directorate of National Security and the General Directorate for Territorial Surveillance stated in an official release that their Director General Abdellatif Hammouchi received on March 30, 2026, in Rabat the Inspector General of Police of Liberia Gregory Coleman, accompanied by his country’s ambassador and a security delegation. The visit is part of Liberia’s interest in benefiting from Morocco’s experience in various security fields and applying it to develop its police structures. During the meeting, the Liberian side expressed interest in strengthening cooperation with Moroccan services, particularly in counterterrorism and organized crime, as well as in developing scientific and…

Police services in Tangier opened a judicial investigation under the supervision of the competent public prosecutor’s office in the early hours of Monday, March 30, in order to determine the criminal acts attributed to two individuals suspected of attempting to rob a police officer under the threat of a bladed weapon. According to preliminary information, one of the suspects, who has a criminal record in aggravated theft cases, accompanied by another individual, allegedly intercepted a police officer while returning home after completing his night shift, threatening him with two knives in an attempt to commit a violent robbery, which led…