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The Tangier Observatory for Environmental and Historical Heritage Protection has announced the launch of a new initiative entitled “Low-Carbon Tangier”, aimed at supporting the city’s sustainable environmental transition as Morocco prepares to host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. According to a statement issued by the Observatory, the initiative seeks to combine environmental protection, preservation of Tangier’s historical and cultural heritage, and sustainable economic development in line with international environmental and urban standards. The Observatory also reaffirmed its commitment to promoting the city’s historical and architectural heritage while supporting efforts to have Tangier included on UNESCO’s World Heritage List as a…

Jaafar Amiyar, Central Director of Operations at the Tanger Med Port Authority, stated that the Tanger Med ecosystem has attracted more than 1,500 companies and created around 135,000 jobs, describing the project as a major driver of Morocco’s economic and logistics competitiveness. Speaking during a session of the United Cities and Local Governments World Congress, Amiyar said the project, launched in 2003, was designed as an integrated platform combining port, industrial and logistics activities, allowing Tanger Med to become a strategic hub for international trade. He noted that the project has significantly transformed the Tangier region over the past two…

Tanger Med Engineering (TME) has officially established a new branch in the Republic of Togo, in accordance with the country’s legal and administrative procedures. The new entity, registered as “Tanger Med Engineering Succursale du Togo,” has completed all the legal publication and registration requirements related to its establishment. Tanger Med Engineering specializes in engineering, infrastructure, and services related to port and logistics projects, providing technical expertise and consulting services for a wide range of projects in Morocco and abroad. The creation of the new branch forms part of the company’s expansion strategy across Africa, enabling it to support its projects…

Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, received Iraq’s Ambassador to Morocco, Haider Shiaa Al-Barrak, on Thursday at the headquarters of Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security in Rabat. The meeting focused on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fields of public security and intelligence, including the exchange of expertise, technical assistance, and access to police training programs. Both sides also reviewed the current level of security cooperation between Morocco and Iraq and exchanged views on regional and international security issues of mutual concern, particularly challenges related to international terrorism and cross-border security threats. The meeting…

Diabetes research is increasingly moving beyond blood sugar control, with scientists exploring innovative therapies aimed at protecting insulin-producing cells, restoring their function, or replacing them through advanced medical techniques. Recent studies have shown progress in the development of implantable biomaterials designed to create a supportive environment for pancreatic cells responsible for insulin production. Researchers are also investigating the internal mechanisms of these cells to reduce stress and prevent damage. In addition, scientists have identified genes linked to pancreatic cell dysfunction in people with Type 2 diabetes, potentially paving the way for more targeted and effective treatments in the future. At…

Morocco is experiencing a significant rise in temperatures as the intense heatwave affecting several European countries extends its influence across North Africa. The Moroccan Meteorological Department has warned that hot weather conditions will persist in the coming days, with temperatures expected to reach up to 46°C in some southern and southeastern regions. According to weather officials, the Saharan thermal low-pressure system continues to push hot and dry air masses toward the country, leading to soaring temperatures in inland areas, while coastal regions remain relatively cooler thanks to the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean. Forecasts indicate temperatures ranging between 40°C…

A new U.S. defense bill approved by the Senate Armed Services Committee calls on the Department of Defense to develop a comprehensive strategy aimed at strengthening military cooperation with Morocco over the next ten years. Under the proposed legislation, the U.S. Secretary of Defense would be required to submit a detailed plan to Congress within 180 days of the law taking effect, outlining measures to deepen defense cooperation under the 2026–2036 Morocco–U.S. defense roadmap. The initiative follows the signing of the bilateral defense roadmap in Washington during the 14th session of the Morocco–U.S. Defense Consultative Committee, which brought together senior…

Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch announced on Thursday, June 25, 2026, that Morocco will return to its legal time zone, Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), and discontinue the additional hour currently in use, starting at the end of the summer season. Speaking during a press briefing following the Government Council meeting, Akhannouch said the decision was taken in response to requests expressed by citizens regarding the current time system. He explained that the issue had been discussed within the governing majority and evaluated through a review of the various effects associated with the additional-hour system. According to the Prime Minister, the…

Domestic tourism in Morocco continued its upward trend during the first five months of 2026, with more than 4 million overnight stays recorded by the end of May, according to figures presented by Minister of Tourism, Handicrafts, and Social and Solidarity Economy, Fatim-Zahra Ammor. The minister stated that domestic overnight stays increased by 2 percent compared to the same period in 2025, highlighting the key role played by Moroccan travelers in supporting the national tourism industry. She noted that domestic tourism accounted for 28 percent of all overnight stays recorded in 2025, emphasizing the importance of developing tourism products and…

Moroccan forward Yassine Jassim has made history by becoming the youngest Moroccan player to score a goal in a FIFA World Cup. The achievement came during Morocco’s 4-2 victory over Haiti on Wednesday in the third and final group-stage match of the 2026 World Cup. Introduced as a second-half substitute, the 20-year-old striker sealed Morocco’s victory by scoring the team’s fourth goal in the 89th minute after receiving an assist from Sofiane Rahimi. With this goal, the Strasbourg player surpassed the previous record held by Youssef En-Nesyri. En-Nesyri scored his first World Cup goal during Morocco’s match against Spain at…