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Strategic legislative session concludes at Morocco’s House of Councillors

The Moroccan House of Councillors officially concluded its second session of the 2024–2025 legislative year on Tuesday, marking a period of intense parliamentary activity. In a plenary session, President Mohamed Ould Errachid praised the chamber’s achievements in lawmaking, oversight, international......

Morocco and France strengthen parliamentary ties ahead of inter-parliamentary forum

The Moroccan and French parliaments have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation as part of preparations for the upcoming Franco-Moroccan Inter-Parliamentary Forum. This initiative aims to deepen collaboration on political, diplomatic, and parliamentary levels, building on a long......

Egypt's rental crisis: the end of frozen rents sparks concern for tenants

In a turbulent economic climate, Egypt's rental market is facing a monumental shift as decades-old rent control policies near their end. Since 2021, the Egyptian pound has plummeted by 70% against the dollar, with inflation soaring to a staggering 40%. These conditions have rendered the rental market......

Three Māori MPs suspended for haka protest in New Zealand parliament

Three members of New Zealand’s Māori Party have been suspended from parliament for performing a haka during a legislative session in protest against a controversial bill. Haka disrupts session over treaty bill Opposition MP Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke performed the haka after being asked whether......

Setback for Merz as he falls short in first vote for German chancellor

Friedrich Merz did not secure enough parliamentary support to become Germany’s next chancellor in Tuesday’s initial vote. He fell just short of the required majority, receiving 310 votes—six fewer than the 316 needed for confirmation. Following the announcement, Germany’s DAX......

Moroccan parliament strengthens role in Sahara issue through national symposium

A national symposium titled "The Moroccan Parliament and the Moroccan Sahara Issue: Towards Effective Parallel Diplomacy and Institutional Advocacy" was launched on Monday at the headquarters of the House of Councillors in Rabat. This event is part of the agenda set by the temporary thematic......

Petition seeks political representation for Brits living abroad

A petition has emerged, urging the UK government to appoint Members of Parliament (MPs) dedicated to representing the interests of British citizens residing overseas—a move that mirrors systems already in place in countries like France and Italy. The petition, hosted on the UK Parliament's......

Rima Hassan’s controversial stance on Morocco: A political maneuver or genuine advocacy?

Rima Hassan, a member of the European Parliament representing La France Insoumise, has gained recognition as a fervent advocate for human rights. However, beneath this activist exterior lies a narrative that appears selectively biased and increasingly hostile towards certain nations, particularly Morocco. Currently......

Parliament opens second legislative session for 2024-2025

Both houses of the Parliament are set to convene this Friday for plenary sessions marking the start of the April session of the 2024-2025 legislative year. The House of Representatives will officially begin its second session of the legislative year on Friday at 11:00 AM, in accordance with Article......