Keywords: Global


Starbucks Explores New Ownership for MENA Franchises

In an exclusive report by Reuters, coffee giant Starbucks is currently in discussions to transfer a portion of its franchise rights in the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia to US investment firm Apollo Global Management. Presently, the Kuwaiti conglomerate Alshaya oversees nearly 2,000 Starbucks......

Morocco Showcases Abundant Produce at Europe's Premier Trade Fair

Morocco has asserted its prominence among the world's foremost fruit producers this month at the 31st Fruit Logistica Fair in Berlin, held from February 7-9. The country's delegation, representing over 20 years of participation in this premier international event, highlighted Morocco's agricultural......

Advancing Global Influence: The Case for Middle-Income Nations

In a significant development at a high-profile conference in Rabat, Morocco, a compelling case was presented for expanding the geopolitical influence of middle-income countries. This pivotal event, known as the "Rabat Declaration," underscores the imperative of acknowledging and empowering......

WHO Forecasts 35 Million New Cancer Cases by 2050

The World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm bells. In a recent report, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) predicts an explosive increase in cancer cases in the coming decades. Approximately 35 million new cases are projected to be detected in 2050, marking a staggering......

Veolia Faces $10 Million Fine from Competition Council for Breach of Competition Laws

Veolia Environnement, a prominent French utility company renowned for its expertise in water and waste management, is currently grappling with a significant fine of $10 million (100 million dirhams) imposed by the Competition Council. This body, an integral part of the Moroccan Competition Authority,......

Uniting Over 130 Nations, South Summit Kicks Off In Kampala

The vibrant streets of Kampala set the stage for the commencement of the 3rd South Summit this past Sunday. Attended by representatives from more than 130 member states of the Group of 77 (G77) and China, the summit serves as a nexus for developing nations to bolster South-South cooperation on critical......

Morocco's Exemplary Leadership in Global Cooperation Garners Praise from Non-Aligned Movement

The recent Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit showcased Morocco's pioneering diplomacy and its unifying role on the world stage. The Final Declaration of the Summit recognized the Kingdom for numerous humanistic and constructive initiatives presented at the United Nations. Foremost among these accolades......

Morocco's Notable Position in Africa and the Arab World on the 2024 Social Progress Index

Morocco currently holds the 101st position out of 170 countries in the 2024 Social Progress Index, marking a slight decline from its 100th position in 2022. This assessment, presented by The Social Progress Imperative, scrutinizes a spectrum of indicators reflecting human needs, well-being, and societal......

Fuel Prices Drop Again, Bringing Relief for Moroccan Drivers

Moroccan motorists received encouraging news at the pump this week as fuel prices continued their downward trend. Reports from major cities across the country confirm that the cost of diesel and gasoline experienced a decline on Tuesday, offering additional relief for drivers grappling with high fuel......