Morocco
Morocco Slips 7 Places in 2019 Social Progress Index, Ranks 82nd Globally
The 2019 Social Progress Index ranked Morocco 82nd out of a list of 149 countries. The Kingdom thus loses 7 places.
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Mohammed VI
Morocco
Turkish President Erdogan to Visit Morocco Following Royal Invitation
On the sidelines of his meeting with his Moroccan counterpart in New York, the Turkish Foreign Minister announced the imminent visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Morocco.
Morocco
King Mohammed VI Removes Police from Royal Residences, Replaces with Military
On Sunday evening, elements of the National Police and the Royal Gendarmerie were removed by King Mohammed VI from guarding the royal residences and palaces.
Morocco
King Mohammed VI Meets PM Othmani, Sparking Cabinet Reshuffle Speculation
King Mohammed VI received, on Saturday, September 21, at the Royal Palace in Rabat, the Head of Government, Saad Eddine Othmani. The implementation of the Royal Orientations recorded in the 2019 Throne Speech was at the heart of the exchanges.
Morocco
Moroccan Firm Begins $36 Million Abidjan Crossroads Project in Côte d'Ivoire
The development work on the Indénié Crossroads, a component of the Cocody Bay Preservation and Enhancement Project, was launched on Monday, September 16. This is a project supported by King Mohammed VI and by the President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Dramane Ouattara.
Morocco
Morocco's King Mohammed VI Condemns Drone Attack on Saudi Oil Facilities
The attack on Saturday, September 14, on two strategic oil facilities in Saudi Arabia continues to provoke a wave of reactions around the world. King Mohammed VI has joined all the leaders who condemn this terrorist aggression to show his solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The Sovereign has denounced these threats to peace and security in the world.
Morocco
King Mohammed VI's Call Prompts Shake-Up: Top Tax Official Omar Faraj Resigns
The call of King Mohammed VI , made during his speech on July 29, on the occasion of the Throne Feast, has apparently been heard. Omar Faraj, who requested to be relieved of his duties as Director General of Taxes , has indeed been forced to resign in favor of a younger executive.
Morocco
German Artist Appeals to Moroccan King After Holocaust Memorial Destruction and Deportation Order
Defying the order to leave Moroccan territory, issued against him for illegal stay, the author of the Holocaust Memorial has launched an appeal to King Mohammed VI, against the decision he considers arbitrary by the Moroccan state.
Morocco
Morocco's Kenitra Railway Station Wins Prestigious International Architecture Award
The National Railway Office (ONCF) was honored in Paris through the new Kenitra railway station. It has won a prestigious distinction.
Morocco
New Book Chronicles Two Decades of King Mohammed VI's Reign in Morocco
The new book published on King Mohammed VI is a work by journalist Hassan Alaoui. Titled "Mohammed VI, the century of a king", the book has 182 pages with, on the cover, a photograph by Mohammed Maradji, known to be a famous photographer of kings. Its publication is part of the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the reign of Mohammed VI.
Morocco
Moroccan Inmate Remains Jailed Despite Royal Pardon, Prison Oversight Reveals
A prisoner has been kept in detention at the Oudayas prison in Marrakech, despite the royal pardon granted to him. This procedural flaw was noted by a Central Commission under the General Inspectorate of the Prison Administration.
Morocco
King Mohammed VI Stirs Social Media with Arabic-Lettered Shirt
The King of Morocco, Mohammed VI, has accustomed Moroccans to original outfits, beyond the classic suit. This time, Internet users are amazed to discover the Sovereign’s new shirt, printed with Arabic characters.