Keywords: Morocco relations


EU seeks to strengthen strategic partnership with Morocco on migration and security

The European Union is looking to deepen its cooperation with Morocco on migration management and security, highlighting Rabat’s role as a key partner in addressing irregular migration and strengthening border controls. The renewed focus comes as Spain seeks to accelerate the return to Morocco of......

Felipe VI and Queen Letizia Begin Sebta Visit Amid Migration and Diplomatic Tensions

Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia began a politically sensitive visit to Sebta on Tuesday, bringing the Spanish monarchy to the North African enclave amid continuing diplomatic considerations and renewed attention to migration cooperation between Madrid and Rabat. The royal couple was welcomed......

Marrakech Airshow 2026: US F-35A Fighters Take to Moroccan Skies

The skies over Marrakech are set to become a focal point for international military aviation as the United States takes part in the Marrakech Airshow 2026, held from October 7 to 10 at a Royal Moroccan Air Force base. Among the most prominent aircraft featured in the American contingent are two F-35A......

Moroccan Sahara: Chile Defends Its New Diplomatic Position on Morocco’s Sovereignty

Chile’s government has reaffirmed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over the Moroccan Sahara, defending the country’s new diplomatic position during a hearing before the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Chamber of Deputies. Verónica Rocha, director of the Middle East division......

Spain resumes deportation of Moroccan nationals through Ceuta after pandemic-era halt

Spain has resumed the transfer of Moroccan nationals from mainland Spanish territory to Morocco through Ceuta, with around 300 people reportedly moved by bus to the Spanish enclave before being handed over at the Tarajal border crossing. The operation, reported by Spanish newspaper El Faro de Ceuta,......

Ceuta Evacuates Migrant Camp on Beach Ahead of Spanish Royal Couple's Visit

Migration pressure continues to weigh on Ceuta, the Spanish enclave located on the North African coast. Spanish authorities carried out the evacuation of a makeshift camp set up on a beach on Sunday, just days before a highly anticipated visit from King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia. The operation comes......

Chile reaffirms support for Morocco’s sovereignty and autonomy plan in Western Sahara

Chile has once again expressed its support for Morocco’s sovereignty over its territory, including Western Sahara, while backing Rabat’s autonomy initiative as a framework for resolving the long-running regional dispute. The position was reiterated in New York during discussions at the United......

Ceuta crisis: Pedro Sanchez demands answers from Morocco over border control failure

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has publicly pointed to a failure in Morocco’s border-control system following the mass arrival of migrants in Ceuta on July 30 and 31, marking a notable development in Madrid’s public messaging on the crisis. Speaking to CNN on Tuesday, September 22,......

EU Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal on Western Sahara

  Morocco and the European Union have renewed their diplomatic engagement over Western Sahara while also reviewing the broader strategic partnership between Rabat and Brussels. Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita met EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas......