Keywords: Decree


Morocco reverts to Greenwich Mean Time on February 15

Morocco will turn back its clocks to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) at 3:00 a.m. on Sunday, February 15, 2026, aligning daily life with the holy month of Ramadan's onset around February 19. This annual shift from the current GMT+1 standard follows a 2018 royal decree, easing fasting schedules by syncing......

Spanish government to approve a migrant regularization decree

The Spanish government is set to approve a decree launching an extraordinary regularization process for migrants already living in the country. The initiative, expected to be validated by the Council of Ministers, stems from a political agreement within the governing coalition and aims to provide legal......

South Korea’s presidential race marred by scandals and fierce rivalries

South Korea’s presidential election has devolved into a heated battle filled with personal attacks and trivial disputes, overshadowing substantive policy discussions. The turmoil followed the controversial removal of former conservative leader Yoon Suk Yeol, who faced backlash over his handling......

New pension scheme and contribution refunds for retirees

The Caisse Nationale de Sécurité Sociale (CNSS) has announced the implementation of the retirement pension and contribution refunds starting from May 1, 2025, with retroactive effect from the retirement date. According to the provisions of decree 2.25.265, individuals who retire between......

Navigating the bureaucracy of keeping farm animals in Spain

If you're considering raising chickens, cows, or sheep in the Spanish countryside, be prepared for a maze of bureaucracy. Owning farm animals in Spain requires a thorough understanding of various regulations to avoid potential fines. Keeping Chickens and Other Poultry For those wishing to keep......

Simplified Schengen visa renewals: New procedures introduced by BLS Rabat

Starting February 24, BLS Rabat will implement a streamlined process for renewing Schengen visas, introducing a no-appointment system for eligible applicants. This initiative aims to simplify administrative procedures and enhance accessibility for visa renewal services. Renewing one-year Schengen visas Holders......

Russia Updates Its Strategy to Combat Extremism: A Comprehensive Overview

In a significant move to address rising security concerns, Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Saturday approving an updated version of the National Strategy for Countering Extremism in Russia. This new strategy, aimed at enhancing the country's fight against extremism, underscores......

Brazilian Senate Approves Landmark Investment Pact with Morocco

In a decisive move to enhance economic collaboration, the Brazilian Senate has sanctioned a legislative decree to facilitate investments with Morocco. This agreement, originally signed on June 13, 2019, during the visit of Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita to Brasília, outlines a comprehensive......

Moroccan Government Approves SRM Casablanca-Settat’s Full Acquisition of Lydec

In a highly anticipated move, the Moroccan government has officially authorized the Société Régionale Multiservices (SRM) Casablanca-Settat to acquire 100% of Veolia’s shares in the utility company Lydec S.A. This significant development was formalized through Decree 2.24.737,......