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Moroccan avocado exports for the 2025-2026 season are capped at 45,000 tons, marking a decline of nearly 50% compared to the previous year. Climatic hazards and international competition are slowing the momentum of a once thriving sector.
The offensive by the United States and Israel against Iran places Morocco in the face of a major geostrategic earthquake. Despite the distance, the kingdom must manage a surge in its energy bill while asserting itself as a global maritime hub.
Once synonymous with the low season, the month of Ramadan no longer slows down tourism activity in Marrakech. Driven by a massive increase in air traffic and record international demand, the ochre city is establishing itself as a permanent destination for 2026.
Morocco now attracts half of Chinese automotive investments in the MENA region. Benefiting from free trade agreements with the West and vast phosphate reserves, the kingdom is emerging as a strategic hub for global electric battery production.
The countdown is now on for the largest World Cup in history, which will bring together 48 teams in 16 North American cities. According to BBC analysis, Morocco is among the most anticipated nations on the field after a flawless preparation campaign.
Jean-Claude Dassier has been removed from CNews and Europe 1 after making comments deemed intolerable on imprisoned foreigners. The commentator had suggested rejecting them into the Mediterranean, leading to his immediate suspension until further notice.
Nicknamed the "second city" of Morocco, Fez is emerging in 2026 as a must-visit destination. Between its 9,000 medieval alleys and its centuries-old craftsmanship, the former capital is regaining visibility compared to the much-courted Marrakech.
Agadir is emerging as a cost-effective and sunny alternative to traditional European destinations. The Moroccan resort offers an authentic cultural change of scenery at prices that defy all competition for families.
The Spanish Air Force has carried out the first landing of an A400M in Melilla, a strategic milestone in the face of Morocco’s massive rearmament. This heavy transport aircraft strengthens the logistics of the enclave in a context of growing regional and military tensions.
The port of Tanger Med is facing historic congestion, unable to absorb massive maritime traffic diverted by tensions in the Gulf. Dozens of ships are currently waiting off the northern coast of Morocco.
The Barcelona city government has banned pork and pork derivatives from the menus of public daycare centers for cultural and religious reasons. This measure, aimed at inclusivity, has sparked a fierce political controversy led by right-wing parties.
Initially scheduled from March 17 to April 3 in Morocco, the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations should be postponed to the summer. This change in the calendar, motivated by logistical constraints, casts doubt on the maintenance of the host country.