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Public-private partnerships set the stage for Morocco’s sustainable World Cup legacy

As Morocco prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, the event brings more than just athletic anticipation. It presents a rare opportunity for the nation to accelerate its green transition while addressing large-scale infrastructure needs. Policymakers, investors, and......

FIFA debates 64-team expansion for historic 2030 World Cup across three continents

FIFA is considering a proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, doubling the size of the tournament within eight years. The edition is already set to break new ground as the first World Cup hosted across three continents, with Spain, Portugal, and Morocco as the main hosts, and Argentina, Uruguay,......

Morocco, Spain, and Portugal advance preparations for 2030 World Cup

Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch joined Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel in New York for a high-level FIFA meeting to discuss preparations for the 2030 World Cup. The tournament, set to make history as the first hosted across three continents, will......

Morocco aims to double economic ties with Kuwait as investments soar

Morocco is actively pursuing a significant expansion of its economic exchanges with Kuwait, targeting a twofold increase in trade and investment partnerships. Ali Benaissa, Morocco's ambassador to Kuwait, emphasized the commitment of both nations to strengthening their economic cooperation during......

Morocco unveils $5 million Taza station to strengthen rail connectivity

The National Railways Office (ONCF) and the Ministry of Transport and Logistics inaugurated the new Taza railway station, a $5 million project designed to expand Morocco’s rail network and enhance regional connectivity. The development is part of a broader national effort to modernize infrastructure......

Rabat equips taxi drivers with English skills ahead of global sports events

In preparation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, Rabat officials have launched an ambitious initiative to train taxi drivers in English. This program, aimed at equipping over 22,000 drivers with essential language skills, positions Morocco’s capital as a welcoming......

Morocco’s ex-justice minister urges FIFA to suspend Israel from 2026 World Cup

Mustapha Ramid, Morocco’s former justice minister, has called on FIFA to ban Israel from participating in the 2026 World Cup, citing ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza as grounds for suspension. Drawing parallels to FIFA’s expulsion of Russia after its invasion of Ukraine, Ramid criticized......

Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan inaugurates the new Moulay Abdellah Complex in Rabat

Morocco has marked a historic milestone in its sporting journey with the official inauguration of the Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex in Rabat, presided over by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan. Completely rebuilt to meet international standards, the state-of-the-art stadium is now one......

Morocco unveils revamped Grand Stadium of Marrakech for AFCON 2025

The Grand Stadium of Marrakech has reopened following extensive renovations, poised to host key matches of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Known for hosting the FIFA Club World Cup in 2013 and 2014, the stadium now meets international standards, standing as a symbol of Morocco's ambition......