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Moroccan Officials Forge Partnerships to Strengthen Human Rights Framework

On December 12, 2024, Moroccan officials, along with representatives from professional organizations and the country’s Inter-ministerial Delegation for Human Rights, came together to commemorate International Human Rights Day by signing a series of key partnership agreements. These agreements aim......

Morocco Prioritizes Justice and Equality with New Human Rights Initiatives

Morocco marks significant progress in embedding human rights values through strategic agreements and international collaboration. Morocco is advancing its human rights agenda with a series of initiatives focused on youth empowerment, gender equality, and social justice. Marking International Human Rights......

PJD Stands Firm on Death Penalty: Justice and Deterrence at the Forefront

Morocco is preparing to vote in favor of a UN General Assembly resolution advocating for a global moratorium on the death penalty. In light of this, the Justice and Development Party (PJD) has reiterated its stance on capital punishment, affirming its importance as a tool for justice and societal stability. At......

Morocco to Implement Alternative Sentencing Law in August 2025

In a move to address prison overcrowding and promote rehabilitation, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, announced that the country's new law on alternative sentencing will come into effect on August 22, 2025. The law, known as Law No. 43.22, is designed to offer non-custodial penalties......

Morocco Signals Policy Shift with Support for UN Death Penalty Resolution

Morocco is poised to make a landmark decision by voting in favor of the United Nations resolution on the moratorium on the death penalty, marking a significant departure from its previous stance. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi announced this historic shift during a parliamentary session, highlighting......

Morocco’s Unyielding Position on LGBTQ+ Agenda: A Legal and Cultural Stalemate

In Morocco, the promotion of the LGBTQ+ agenda remains a deeply controversial and illegal subject, highlighting a stark contrast between deeply ingrained cultural and religious values and a small yet vocal group of advocates calling for change. Public opinion overwhelmingly rejects LGBTQ+ rights, with......

Morocco Proposes Tough New Laws to Curb Social Media Misuse

In a bold move to address growing concerns over online privacy and digital misconduct, Morocco's Minister of Justice, Abdellatif Ouahbi, has announced plans to introduce stringent penalties for social media misuse. The proposed legislation aims to crack down on unauthorized filming and sharing of......

Morocco Enacts Alternative Sentencing Law in Penal System Overhaul

Morocco has officially implemented a new law that introduces non-custodial sentencing options for minor offenses, marking a significant step in the country’s ongoing penal system reform efforts. Morocco’s new alternative sentencing law, which has sparked considerable debate in political......

Morocco Modernizes Criminal Law: Balancing Rights and Safety

The Moroccan Government Council has taken a significant step towards modernizing the nation's legal system by approving amendments to the Criminal Procedure Law. This move, part of a broader judicial reform initiative, aims to strike a delicate balance between societal protection and individual rights. On......