Author: aya

The port of Tanger Med has launched a new tender process aimed at selecting operators of mobile food trucks within its pre-boarding areas as part of preparations for the “Marhaba 2026” summer transit operation, which annually experiences heavy passenger traffic between Morocco and Europe. The initiative seeks to improve services available to travelers, particularly members of the Moroccan diaspora living abroad, by introducing two mobile sales points offering fast food and beverages within the port facilities during peak travel periods. The authorized activity will be limited to the sale of water, hot and cold drinks, coffee, tea, sandwiches, and ready-to-eat…

Morocco’s Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leila Benali, said that relations between Morocco and the United States are built on a shared vision for the future and a long-standing strategic partnership. Speaking at a reception hosted by the U.S. Embassy at the historic site of Chellah in Rabat to mark the U.S. national holiday, Benali said the two countries aim not only to strengthen bilateral ties but also to contribute to building more resilient global value chains. She emphasized that Morocco and the United States continue to cooperate through multilateral frameworks to promote stability, economic growth, and shared…

A forum highlighting the main strategic priorities and recent developments of Morocco’s Exchange Office was held on Tuesday in Tangier, bringing together business leaders, economic institutions, and banking sector representatives from the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima region. Organized by the regional branch of the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises in partnership with the Exchange Office, the event featured training workshops and discussions focused on foreign exchange regulations and international business operations. Topics addressed during the forum included the digitalization of Exchange Office services, foreign exchange compliance and monitoring procedures, as well as international e-commerce and related exchange regulations. Speaking at the event,…

Under the High Instructions of King Mohammed VI, the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity will launch the Marhaba 2026 operation on Wednesday to assist and welcome Moroccans living abroad during their summer travels. According to a statement issued by the Foundation, the reception system will be activated simultaneously in Morocco, France, Spain, and Italy starting at midnight, in coordination with all relevant partners involved in the transit operation. The 2026 edition, organized under the effective presidency of King Mohammed VI, includes a network of 26 reception centers located across Morocco and Europe to provide assistance and support services to members…

India is preparing to increase its imports of Moroccan fertilizers as part of efforts to secure agricultural supplies and address challenges affecting global supply chains. According to information published by a specialized platform covering chemical and phosphate industries, one of India’s leading fertilizer importers plans to purchase around 200,000 tons of Moroccan fertilizers, including 100,000 tons of Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) and 100,000 tons of Triple Super Phosphate (TSP). The shipments are expected to be delivered between June and July through ports located on India’s eastern and western coasts. The purchase price of DAP, including freight and insurance, is estimated at…

Morocco’s agricultural sector is facing growing challenges linked to a shortage of skilled labor and rising labor costs, a situation that is affecting the progress of the current harvest season in several parts of the country. According to information from sector stakeholders, many farmers are struggling to secure enough seasonal workers at the right time and at costs compatible with their production requirements. In response, a number of agricultural operators have increased their reliance on modern farming machinery to speed up harvesting operations and reduce dependence on traditional labor, despite the additional investment and operating costs involved. Some farmers have…

Security services operating under the Beni Makada police district in Tangier carried out a series of security operations on the evening of June 8, resulting in the arrest of several individuals across a number of neighborhoods in the city. The operations involved officers from local police districts, judicial police units, the anti-gang brigade, and public security investigation teams. The activities focused on the neighborhoods of Kiran, Bir Chifa, Korziana, Bouhout, and other surrounding areas. According to available information, the operations led to the arrest of several individuals suspected of involvement in various criminal cases. Among them were persons allegedly caught…

Morocco’s House of Representatives approved on Monday Bill No. 34.21, which amends and supplements Law No. 25.90 governing real estate subdivisions, residential developments, and land partitioning, as part of efforts to modernize the legal framework regulating urban planning and housing. The bill was approved by 120 members of parliament, while 50 lawmakers abstained. No votes were cast against the proposal. The reform aims to align existing legislation with the country’s urban and economic developments over recent decades. Presenting the bill, Secretary of State for Housing Adib Benbrahim said the initiative is part of implementing recommendations stemming from the National Dialogue…

Moroccan Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch stated before the House of Representatives that the government continues its efforts to strengthen the quality of public education and ensure equal opportunities for students across all regions of the country. Speaking during a monthly parliamentary session on public policy, Akhannouch said that the reforms implemented in the education sector are guided by royal directives and the objectives established in Morocco’s framework law on education, training and scientific research. He noted that restoring confidence in the public school system remains a strategic priority for the government and that the current academic year represents an…

Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security announced that coordinated security operations carried out in cooperation with territorial surveillance services resulted in the arrest of 11 individuals in the cities of Tangier and Marrakech. According to an official statement, database checks conducted through Interpol revealed that ten of those arrested were the subject of international red notices issued at the request of judicial authorities in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. The statement indicated that the individuals were being sought in connection with various judicial investigations handled by the competent authorities in those countries. In addition, one French national was found to…