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European Commission declines to intervene in Morocco-Spain naval dispute near Ceuta

The European Commission has distanced itself from a dispute between Morocco and Spain over the movements of Moroccan naval vessels near Ceuta, describing the matter as a bilateral issue that should be addressed directly by the two countries. The position, reported by Spanish news agency EFE, signals......

U.S. proposes $200,000 fees on Spanish-flagged ships amid trade dispute

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has proposed imposing fees of $200,000 on Spanish-flagged vessels calling at American ports, alongside potential restrictions on selected Spanish imports. The measures, which have not yet taken effect, could intensify trade tensions between Washington and Madrid......

EU seeks to strengthen strategic partnership with Morocco on migration and security

The European Union is looking to deepen its cooperation with Morocco on migration management and security, highlighting Rabat’s role as a key partner in addressing irregular migration and strengthening border controls. The renewed focus comes as Spain seeks to accelerate the return to Morocco of......

Spain Arrests 45 People in Ceuta Over Alleged Identity Document Fraud on Algeciras Ferry Route

Spanish police have arrested 45 people in Ceuta in an investigation into the alleged use of fraudulent identity documents to bypass port security checks and travel by ferry to mainland Spain. According to Spanish news agency Europa Press, 40 of those detained are suspected of attempting to board ferries......

BYD Targets More Than 40,000 Employees in Europe by 2030

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD plans to expand its European workforce to more than 40,000 employees by 2030, signalling a broader shift from exporting vehicles to building a stronger industrial and commercial presence within the region. Stella Li, BYD’s executive vice president responsible......

More Than 300 Migrants Return Voluntarily to Morocco After Camp Clearance in Ceuta

More than 300 adult migrants have reportedly chosen to return voluntarily to Morocco following the clearance of El Guano, described by Spanish media as the last major informal migrant settlement in Ceuta, the Spanish-administered city on Morocco’s northern coast. According to reporting by Spanish......

Felipe VI and Queen Letizia Begin Sebta Visit Amid Migration and Diplomatic Tensions

Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia began a politically sensitive visit to Sebta on Tuesday, bringing the Spanish monarchy to the North African enclave amid continuing diplomatic considerations and renewed attention to migration cooperation between Madrid and Rabat. The royal couple was welcomed......

Bardella and Vox’s Abascal Turn Ceuta Into a Flashpoint in Europe’s Migration Debate

CEUTA, Spain — A joint appearance by Jordan Bardella, leader of France’s National Rally (RN), and Santiago Abascal, head of Spain’s Vox party, has brought renewed political attention to migration and border security in Ceuta, amid mounting tensions surrounding the planned visit of King......

Moroccans Rank Second in Spain’s Exceptional Migrant Regularization Process

Moroccan nationals account for the second-largest share of applications under Spain’s exceptional migrant regularization process, representing 13.3% of the total, according to figures released by the Spanish government. The data highlight the significant presence of Moroccan migrants in Spain and......