Keywords: North Africa


Morocco and UK strengthen military cooperation during Rabat talks

Morocco and the United Kingdom have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral military cooperation during high-level talks held in Rabat on Tuesday. Abdeltif Loudyi, Minister Delegate to the Head of Government in charge of National Defense Administration, received Vice Admiral Edward Ahlgren,......

Morocco and Washington deepen defense ties with potential US drone center

Morocco and the United States are considering a new phase in their longstanding defense partnership, with a potential initiative aimed at strengthening cooperation in military technology and unmanned aerial systems. According to reports, a proposed US National Defense Authorization Act includes a provision......

Moroccan passport ranks first in North Africa, offering visa-free travel to 71 destinations globally

The Moroccan passport has further strengthened its international standing, securing the top position in North Africa in the latest global passport ranking index released on July 24, 2026. According to the global index, the Moroccan passport ranks 67th worldwide, granting citizens visa-free access or......

Morocco climbs to 65th place in the 2026 Global Peace Index

Morocco has improved its position in the 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), climbing to 65th place out of 163 countries, according to the latest report published by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). The Kingdom recorded one of the most notable improvements in this year's rankings, moving up......

Mohamed Hachemi Hamdi publicly expresses his support for Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara

The former candidate for the Tunisian presidential election, Mohamed Hachemi Hamdi, has publicly taken a stand in favor of Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara, marking a deliberate evolution in his discourse on this regional issue. In a post shared on his official Facebook page, the Tunisian politician......

U.S. Congress: Bill to designate Polisario Front gains traction in the House of Representatives

The debate surrounding the Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act is gaining momentum in the U.S. Congress. In the House of Representatives, the bill sponsored by Republican Representative Joe Wilson continues to expand its circle of supporters with the addition of two new Republican lawmakers, Scott......

IMF urges MENA countries to turn crises into opportunities for sustainable growth

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has called on countries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to seize the current period of global uncertainty as an opportunity to accelerate structural reforms and build stronger, more resilient economies. Speaking at the opening of the second annual......

Morocco enters top five clients of Turkish chemical exports

Turkey’s chemical exports recorded a sharp shift in May 2026, with Morocco rising to fourth place among the sector’s main destinations. The North African country moved ahead in the ranking behind Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands, marking a significant change in trade flows. Export volumes......

Xpeng enters Morocco completes North Africa EV push

Xpeng has officially expanded into Morocco, marking a new stage in its North African growth strategy. The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer opened its first showroom on 1 April at Casablanca Finance City, positioning itself in one of the country’s main financial and commercial hubs. The move......