Economy
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has cautioned Morocco about potential budget overruns and rising debt risks linked to large-scale infrastructure projects for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. While these investments could boost economic growth, careful financial management is essential to avoid long-term...
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Sports
In Mexico City, protesters staged an unusual demonstration by transforming a major highway into a temporary football pitch, drawing attention to social concerns linked to preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The protest took place on a busy urban ring road, where participants organized informal...
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Sport
FIFA has announced the opening of the fourth and final ticket sales phase for the 2026 World Cup on April 1, with seats made available to the general public on a first-come, first-served basis. The final sales window will remain open through the end of the tournament, scheduled for June and July across...
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The Royal Moroccan Football Federation and the National Airports Office signed a strategic partnership agreement on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at Rabat-Salé Airport, marking a significant step in institutional cooperation aimed at improving the travel experience and logistical support for Morocco's...
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Economy
The International Monetary Fund has revised down its growth projection for Morocco, now forecasting real GDP expansion of 4.4% in 2026 and 4.5% in 2027, with growth expected to stabilize around 4% over the medium term. The updated figures, released following the IMF Executive Board's 2026 Article...
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Claudia Sheinbaum, President of Mexico, announced that Mexico is willing to host Iran’s matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup if the governing body agrees. The request comes after the Iranian Football Federation asked FIFA to relocate their games from the United States due to concerns about player...
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The Iraqi national football team will travel to Mexico to play its crucial intercontinental playoff match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, despite logistical challenges caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The decisive game is scheduled to take place in Monterrey on March 31 and will determine...
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Iraq has asked FIFA to postpone its intercontinental World Cup qualifying playoff after the ongoing regional conflict left most of the national team unable to leave the country. The match, scheduled for March 31 in Monterrey, Mexico, would see Iraq face the winner of the Bolivia versus Suriname semifinal. Iraq’s...
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Sport
Major international sporting events are increasingly becoming strategic platforms for brands seeking to express their values, connect with audiences and promote environmental commitments. With the 2026 Winter Olympics recently held in Italy and the FIFA World Cup scheduled to begin on June 11 in North...
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FIFA representatives met Mexican government officials in Mexico City on Wednesday to assess security arrangements for the 13 World Cup matches scheduled in Mexico this summer, following weeks of concern over cartel violence triggered by the killing of drug cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known...
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Economy
Morocco’s national highway operator, Autoroutes du Maroc, posted a 20 percent increase in consolidated revenue in 2025, reflecting stronger traffic activity and a surge in construction works as the country accelerates infrastructure upgrades ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. Revenue reached MAD...
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