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US Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Escalate Global Trade War

The United States has implemented new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, further intensifying the global trade war initiated by President Donald Trump. As of Wednesday, all metal imports are now subject to a 25% tariff with no exemptions, and the duty on aluminum has increased from 10%. The expiration......

Navigating the Memecoin Landscape: Insights for Investors in 2025

Memecoins, often dismissed as trivial, are carving out a niche within the cryptocurrency market. While they may not represent the future of digital assets, they have established a significant presence in the crypto ecosystem. Understanding Memecoins and Their Appeal The crypto landscape is diverse,......

New measures to curb mass tourism in Spain's Balearic Islands

Authorities in the Balearic Islands—Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera—are introducing a series of measures aimed at controlling mass tourism and fostering a more sustainable tourism model. These initiatives include taxes on rental vehicles and steep fines for illegal tourist accommodations. The......

NEO Motors delivers first vehicles to Moroccan armed forces

NEO Motors has recently achieved a significant milestone by delivering its inaugural batch of vehicles to the Forces Armées Royales (FAR), marking a pivotal moment for the national automotive industry. This transaction transcends the mere sale of vehicles; it represents a strategic turning point......

Morocco: A key player in regional development

In the past twenty-five years, Morocco has emerged as a pivotal force in economic transformation, industrial development, and modernization across its region, according to the Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI). Since the ascension of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to the throne,......

Spain's housing crisis: The struggle for affordable living in a lottery system

As Spain grapples with an escalating housing crisis, many citizens are turning to a lottery system for a chance at affordable living. Among them is 30-year-old auxiliary nurse Pacheco, who, alongside her partner Sergio Encinas, has faced the harsh reality of soaring rents. The couple has been unable......

Strengthening ties: Morocco and Ivory Coast's multidimensional partnership

The bonds of friendship and strategic collaboration between Morocco and Ivory Coast were prominently highlighted in Abidjan. A recent academic gathering focused on Morocco's African policy and the relations with Ivory Coast, organized by the Africa Chair of a prestigious business school, welcomed......

Morocco leads North Africa in 2025 economic freedom index

Morocco has emerged as the top-ranking country in North Africa according to the 2025 Economic Freedom Index, published by the Heritage Institute. The nation secured the 86th position globally, achieving a score of 60.3. Within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, Morocco ranks seventh out......

Morocco and France to sign agreement to regulate tomato market dynamics

Amid escalating tensions in the agricultural sector, Morocco and France are set to formalize a bilateral agreement aimed at regulating the tomato market to ensure fair competition. This agreement, anticipated to be signed in mid-March, is a response to ongoing complaints from French producers who argue......

Trump avoids predicting US recession amid market volatility

United States President Donald Trump has refrained from predicting whether the country is headed for a recession as concerns mount over his economic policies. In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, Trump sidestepped questions about a potential downturn, stating, “I hate to predict things like......

Rabat enhances rail infrastructure ahead of CAN 2025

The construction of the new railway station in the Riyad district of Rabat is progressing steadily, with over 50% of the work completed. The station is set to open in September 2025, just a few months before Morocco hosts the African Cup of Nations in December of the same year. Designed to complement......

Morocco plans a holding company to align actions of thirteen key public banks and funds

Morocco is exploring the creation of a holding company aimed at unifying the actions of thirteen major public banks and investment funds, as part of a broader reform to manage state-owned assets more efficiently. The National Agency for Strategic Management of State Holdings, responsible for overseeing......

Morocco's growing dependence on vegetable oil imports

Morocco has significantly increased its imports of vegetable oils, particularly sunflower oil, in recent years. This shift in consumption patterns is largely driven by inflation and changing consumer preferences. According to a report from the Russian Federal Center for the Development of Agricultural......