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Death of Abdelhak Lamrini, Spokesperson of the Royal Palace and Historian of the Kingdom

Abdelhak Lamrini, the official spokesperson for the Moroccan Royal Palace and one of the nation’s most respected historians, has passed away at the age of 91. His death on June 2, 2025, marks the end of a life devoted to public service and the preservation of Morocco’s historical memory. Born......

Kenya and Morocco strengthen ties with new embassy in Rabat

Moroccan foreign minister Nasser Bourita and Kenyan prime minister Musalia Mudavadi inaugurated Kenya’s first embassy in Rabat on Monday. This milestone marks Kenya’s third diplomatic mission in North Africa, following those in Algeria and Egypt, and coincides with the 60th anniversary of......

Strengthening Morocco-South Korea partnership

The Spanish think tank Instituto IDHUS, specializing in geopolitics, economics, and social sciences, has thoroughly examined South Korea's explicit support for Morocco's autonomy plan for Moroccan Sahara. This diplomatic shift signals Seoul’s intent to deepen cooperation with Rabat based......

Morocco and South Korea Strengthen Strategic Ties over Moroccan Sahara

The relationship between Morocco and South Korea has reached a new strategic milestone. For the first time, Seoul has officially expressed its support for Morocco's autonomy proposal for the Sahara, first presented in 2007. This marks a shift from South Korea’s usual diplomatic caution on this......

Korean culture week in Rabat: A vibrant celebration of tradition and modernity

Rabat is set to welcome a vivid encounter with Korean culture as the Embassy of the Republic of Korea prepares to host the 2025 Korean Culture Week on May 15 and 16 at the Mohammed V Theater. Over two carefully curated days, visitors and K-culture enthusiasts will discover a culture that moves between......

Queen Sofia’s visit to Melilla sparks controversy

The announcement of a scheduled visit by Spain’s honorary queen, Queen Sofia, to the occupied city of Melilla has sparked diverse reactions among the Moroccan population residing in the city and in the neighboring town of Beni Ensar. The visit, set to take place on Thursday, has reignited tensions......

Swiss hotel expert takes charge at Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé

A new chapter unfolds for Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé with the arrival of Swiss hospitality veteran Yves Mudry as general manager. Inaugurated in 2022 on the banks of the Bouregreg River, this luxury establishment welcomes the seasoned professional who brings over two decades of international......

Russia expands ties with Morocco, strengthening its position in North Africa

Russia has redirected its foreign policy toward North Africa with a focus on strengthening ties with Morocco, a key gateway to the African continent. This shift was highlighted by the visit of Vladimir Morozov, Vice-Rector of the University of International Relations at the Russian Ministry of Foreign......

Moroccan tomato exports to Norway surge by 37 percent

Morocco’s tomato exports to Norway have recorded impressive growth, reaching around 5,000 tons between July 2024 and March 2025. This marks a 37.9 percent increase compared to the previous season, according to data from trade authorities. Thanks to this surge, Morocco has become the third-largest......