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Spain's bold move to stabilize olive oil prices: mandatory stock withdrawal introduced

Spain's Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (MAPA) has announced a groundbreaking plan to stabilize olive oil prices by mandating the withdrawal of surplus stock from the market. This measure, activated under the European Union's Article 167a of Regulation 1308/2013, aims to prevent......

Spain introduces mandatory registration for tourist rentals by July 2025

New regulations set to take effect on July 1, 2025, require all homeowners renting out tourist properties in Spain to register them with the government. The rules, aimed at regulating short-term rentals, outline specific requirements, exceptions, and the registration process, marking a significant shift......

Morocco establishes itself as a key player in the international medical cannabis market

Morocco has reached a significant milestone in the development of its medical cannabis industry with the recent export of a shipment of the local "Beldiya" cannabis variety to Australia. This shipment marks a crucial step in the international expansion of Morocco’s regulated cannabis......

Spain's beach bars and Airbnb's regulatory challenges

In this week's exploration of Spain, we delve into the rising tensions surrounding the privatization of public beaches and the ongoing regulatory battle facing Airbnb. If you have visited a beach in Spain, you may have enjoyed a meal or drink at a chiringuito, the local term for beach bar. Traditionally......

Escalating violence against app drivers: taxi union raises alarm

In a climate of rising tensions between traditional taxi drivers and those operating through ride-hailing apps, the Democratic Transport Union—Taxi Sector has issued a warning regarding the violent turn this conflict is taking in several major cities across the Kingdom. In recent weeks, there......

Morocco's transport overhaul: Preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2030

The Moroccan government has recently approved a decree aimed at modernizing the Highway Code and enhancing traffic regulations in anticipation of the FIFA World Cup 2030. This adjustment seeks to balance regulation, innovation, and accessibility within the transport sector. In a significant move, the......

Contrasting Approaches to the Housing Crisis in Spain

The issue of housing access in Spain has sparked a debate between national and regional leaders, each advocating different strategies to address the crisis. During an event in Seville, where 218 affordable rental homes were handed over to new tenants, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Andalusian......

Morocco’s Eid Sacrifice debate: Sheikh Benhamza calls for balance between faith and public welfare

Sheikh Mustapha Benhamza, a member of Morocco’s Supreme Council of Ulema, has urged a thoughtful and informed approach to discussions surrounding the regulation of Eid al-Adha’s sacrificial ritual. His remarks come in the wake of Morocco’s decision to cancel this year’s Eid sacrifice......

Sardine prices spark debate over market regulation in Morocco

A heated debate over fish prices in Morocco has ignited across social media, shedding light on broader concerns about market regulation and affordability, particularly as Ramadan approaches. The controversy began in Marrakech, where Abdolilah, known as Abdo, launched an initiative to sell sardines at......