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The official visit of French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu to Rabat, accompanied by a dozen ministers, marks more than just a diplomatic formality. It signals a bold political commitment, deepening the exceptional partnership between France and Morocco after a temporary slowdown before 2024. This is the first high-level intergovernmental meeting since 2019, confirming that relations […]
Rabat has officially inked the agreement formalizing Morocco’s involvement in the International Stabilization Force (ISF) for Gaza, as directed by the highest royal decrees of His Majesty King Mohammed VI. The monarch, who serves as Supreme Commander and Chief of Staff of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and heads the Al-Quds Committee, personally overseeed this […]
The African Water Forum opened its doors this Wednesday in N’Djamena, bringing together heads of state, experts, and financial partners under the theme “From Vision to Action.” Organized in collaboration with the World Bank Group, the event aims to translate ambitious policies into tangible water infrastructure projects across the continent. Yet, as delegates gather, the […]
Socrate Nsimba Correspondent Joseph Kabila Félix Tshisekedi DRC’s economic transformation: a bold vision for 2035 In a candid discussion from Kinshasa, Adolphe Muzito, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Budget, outlined a transformative roadmap for the Democratic Republic of Congo. His remarks centered on President Félix Tshisekedi’s ambitious goal: by 2035, the DRC would ascend […]
The European Parliament has endorsed a revised version of the Euro-Mediterranean air services agreement between the European Union (EU) and Morocco, explicitly excluding Western Sahara from its scope. This decision aligns with the European Court of Justice (ECJ) rulings, which categorize the territory as ‘separate’ and ‘distinct’ from Morocco. The updated protocol, adopted earlier this […]
Morocco joins Gaza stabilization force with historic peace initiative The Kingdom formalizes its commitment to regional security through a landmark agreement establishing its participation in the international stabilization mission in Gaza. Diplomacy The Kingdom of Morocco has taken a decisive step toward reinforcing regional stability by signing a landmark agreement to participate in the International […]
France-Morocco summit: 15 high-level agreements on the agenda French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu arrives in Rabat on Thursday, July 16, leading a 13-member delegation for a landmark bilateral summit. The 15th Franco-Moroccan High-Level Meeting (RHN) kicks off Thursday in Rabat, gathering French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and a dozen cabinet ministers. This biannual dialogue platform, […]
The Collectif des petits-fils de Serigne Touba has formally lodged a complaint against Ousmane Sonko at the Dakar high court, citing remarks he made about illicit funds allegedly entering the holy city of Touba. The filing, registered as case number 12562, follows a weekend speech by Sonko at the inauguration of his party’s headquarters in […]
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu landed in Rabat on July 15 for a two-day official visit, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. During this trip, a series of agreements are set to be finalized, underscoring the strategic partnership between France and Morocco. The delegation includes key ministers such as Jean-Noël Barrot, Minister of Foreign […]
Un Collectif des petits-fils de Serigne Touba a déposé une plainte contre Ousmane Sonko au parquet de Dakar, accusant son parti PASTEF d'avoir déclaré que « de l'argent sale » avait entré dans la ville sainte de Touba lors de son inauguration en juillet 2026. La plainte, signée par Serigne Modou Maroun Niang et Serigne […]
The Kingdom of Morocco and France are set to deepen their strategic partnership as high-ranking officials gather in Rabat for the 15th edition of the Morocco-France High-Level Meeting. a landmark diplomatic engagement This two-day session, taking place on July 15 and 16, 2026, underscores the evolving dynamics of bilateral relations under the leadership of His […]
The French Embassy in Morocco hosted a vibrant national day celebration in Rabat on July 14, drawing over 1,500 attendees. Ambassador Philippe Lalliot emphasized the deepening bilateral partnership, highlighting Morocco’s pivotal role in shaping a shared future. “From Rabat to Casablanca, Tangier, Marrakech, and Laâyoune—where I recently inaugurated the city’s first Alliance Française—our nations don’t […]