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Pope Leo XIV begins state visit to Spain with focus on social and migration issues

Pope Leo XIV arrived in Madrid on Saturday to begin a seven-day state visit to Spain, a trip expected to highlight social challenges, migration policies, and the role of solidarity in contemporary societies. The pontiff was welcomed at the airport by Spain’s monarchs, King Felipe VI and Queen......

King Felipe VI visits China on first state trip since 2014, 18 years after Juan Carlos

Beijing, November 12, 2025 — King Felipe VI of Spain was welcomed with full honors in Beijing on Wednesday by Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking his first state visit to China since ascending the throne in 2014 — and the first Spanish royal visit to the country......

Valencia leader heckled at memorial for flood victims amid criticism over disaster response

The leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazón, faced public outrage during a state memorial service marking the first anniversary of the 2024 floods, the deadliest natural disaster in the country in decades. Relatives of victims accused him of mishandling the emergency response that......

Spain's defense plan includes helicopter upgrades for state officials

Among the budget allocations detailed in the industrial and technological plan for security and defense, there exists a specific line item dedicated to the “replacement of multipurpose helicopters.” This initiative aims to ensure the air transport capacity necessary to support state actions,......

Spain faces criticism over diplomatic missteps with Morocco

Spain is under fire for a series of diplomatic blunders that risk reigniting tensions with Morocco, a key partner in North Africa. The latest controversy surrounds viral images of Polisario Front leader Brahim Ghali posing with Spain’s second deputy prime minister and labor minister, Yolanda Díaz,......

Spanish tourism operator Ávoris partners with Morocco to boost visitor numbers

A major Spanish tourism company, Ávoris Corporación Empresarial, has formed a three-year partnership with Morocco's National Tourism Office (ONMT) to increase Spanish tourism to Morocco. The agreement, signed during Madrid's International Tourism Fair (FITUR) 2025, aims to promote......

Morocco shines at FITUR 2025: ONMT highlights tourism potential and strategic partnerships

Madrid, Spain – The Moroccan National Tourism Office (ONMT) is making waves at the 45th International Tourism Fair (FITUR), held in Madrid from January 22 to 26. As the second-largest tourism fair globally, FITUR brings together industry professionals from around the world, and Morocco’s......

Morocco and Spain: Strengthening ties amid media scrutiny

Morocco and Spain emphasize bilateral relations despite intense media campaign against Rabat Spanish companies in Morocco have invested €2 billion, highlighting the economic significance of the relationship between the two nations. Rabat — Officials from Spain and Morocco continue to underscore......

Spain and Morocco strengthen strategic partnership amid record trade growth

King Felipe VI of Spain has highlighted the importance of strengthening ties with Morocco, emphasizing the "special" nature of their bilateral relationship during his address at the 9th conference of Spanish ambassadors on January 13-14 in Doha. The Spanish monarch underscored the significance......