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Morocco Reviews Tax Policy on Cigarettes, Alcohol and Luxury Cars Under 2027 Finance Bill

orocco’s Finance Minister, Fouzi Lekjaa, has outlined the government’s approach to several tax measures included in the draft 2027 Finance Bill, addressing concerns over taxation on consumer products, luxury vehicles and real estate. Speaking on the television programme Saât Ssaraha......

Morocco’s FAR Inspector General Meets New UN Mission Force Commander in Agadir

Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces (FAR) have reaffirmed their coordination with the United Nations mission operating in the Kingdom’s southern provinces following a meeting in Agadir between senior military officials. Lieutenant General Mohammed Berrid, Inspector General of the Royal Armed Forces......

Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games: Morocco Names 10-Player U18 Futsal Squad

Morocco’s under-18 national futsal team is set to compete at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, from November 1 to 12, with a challenging group-stage campaign awaiting the young Atlas Lions. Drawn in Group B, Morocco will face Portugal, Paraguay and the Solomon Islands in a tournament......

Morocco Allocates MAD 247 Million to Press Support in 2027 as Direct Salary Aid Faces Reform

Morocco is preparing to overhaul its public funding model for the press, with the draft 2027 Finance Bill earmarking MAD 247 million for the press and publishing industries. The proposed allocation comes as the government moves towards replacing an exceptional support mechanism introduced during the......

His Majesty King Mohammed VI Places Africa at the Heart of Morocco’s Foreign Policy, El Mansouri Says

Morocco has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening African integration and expanding international partnerships, with Head of Government Fatima Zahra El Mansouri highlighting the central role of Africa in the Kingdom’s diplomatic strategy during the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow on October......

FIFA U15 World Cup: Morocco Lose 3-0 to Mexico in Azerbaijan

Morocco’s Under-15 national team suffered a 3-0 loss to Mexico on Thursday in Baku, Azerbaijan, during the FIFA U15 World Cup and Festival, ending another stage of their campaign in the international youth competition. The match was part of the placement round, which determines the final standings......

Jardin Majorelle Opens New Pavilion in Marrakech Inspired by Traditional Moroccan Architecture

The Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech has inaugurated its second temporary pavilion, introducing a contemporary architectural project that draws inspiration from Morocco’s rural heritage while promoting emerging national talent. Named Nouala, the Mobile Shelter, the installation was designed by Moroccan......

Morocco’s 2027 Budget Puts Tourism Investment at the Heart of Its 2030 Ambitions

Morocco is preparing a new phase of tourism development under its 2027 Finance Bill, with public investment, expanded air connectivity, regional infrastructure and workforce training set to play central roles in the country’s ambition to attract 26 million visitors annually by 2030. The proposed......

SIDATTES 2026: Morocco’s Date Industry Targets Growth Through Innovation and Sustainable Farming

Morocco is preparing for a strong date-growing season in 2026–2027, with national output forecast to reach approximately 177,000 tonnes, an increase of 11% compared with the previous agricultural campaign. The outlook coincides with the opening of the 15th edition of the International Date Palm......