Keywords: Diaspora


Morocco A Key Player in the Revival of Global Multilateralism

Morocco has emerged as a pivotal actor in the global revival of multilateralism, according to Najat Vallaud-Belkacem, President of the association "France Terre d’Asile." Speaking in an interview during the 13th edition of the annual international conference "The Atlantic Dialogues"......

Moroccan Diaspora’s Remittances Hit $10 Billion in October, Bolstering Economic Growth

Morocco’s economy continues to benefit from robust remittances sent by its diaspora, with recent data from the country’s Exchange Office revealing that these transfers reached MAD 100.290 billion ($10 billion) by the end of October 2024. This marks a notable increase from MAD 96.51 billion......

Innovative Franco-Moroccan Meeting in Paris to Enhance Migration Procedures

A significant Franco-Moroccan meeting was held recently in Paris to strengthen collaboration on migration management. Organized on the sidelines of the biannual seminar for Consuls General, this initiative brought together senior officials from both countries' Ministries of the Interior and Foreign......

Al Omrane Expo for Moroccans Worldwide Makes a Stop in Amsterdam: Strengthening Ties with the Diaspora

After visiting Madrid, Montpellier, and Düsseldorf, the traveling exhibition "Al Omrane Expo Marocains du Monde" arrived in Amsterdam from October 18 to 20, 2024. Organized by the Al Omrane Group under the aegis of the Ministry of National Territorial Development, Urban Planning, Housing,......

Morocco's Controversial Citizenship Proposal Ignites Debate on Jewish Heritage and Palestinian Solidarity

A legislative petition proposing to grant Moroccan citizenship to descendants of Moroccan Jews has sparked intense debate in the North African kingdom. The proposal, submitted through the national citizen participation portal "Eparticipation.ma," aims to extend citizenship rights to children......

EU Banking Reforms Spark Concern for Vital Moroccan Remittances

The European Union's latest banking regulations, initially designed to address post-Brexit financial concerns, have inadvertently raised alarms in Morocco. These new rules threaten to disrupt a crucial economic lifeline for the North African nation – remittances from its diaspora in Europe. In......

Morocco Advocates for Collaborative Strategies to Enhance African Diaspora Remittances

In a significant move to bolster economic ties and financial flows within the continent, Morocco has called for a multilateral approach aimed at increasing remittances from the African diaspora. This initiative underscores the vital role that remittances play in the economic stability and development......

Rising Trend: Moroccan-Belgians Opt for Return to Their Roots

In a notable shift, an increasing number of Moroccan-Belgians are making the decision to return to Morocco, as highlighted in a recent report by the Belgian newspaper, Le Soir. This trend reflects a growing desire among the diaspora to reconnect with their heritage and explore opportunities in their......

Moroccan Diaspora Flock to Nador Port for Marhaba 2024 Operation

In a remarkable display of homecoming, over 45,000 Moroccans living abroad have chosen to travel through the port of Nador as part of the Marhaba 2024 operation. This annual initiative, designed to facilitate the return of Moroccan expatriates, has seen a significant influx of travelers passing through......