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Strengthening Bilateral Security Cooperation: Morocco’s Abdellatif Hammouchi Visits Türkiye Abdellatif Hammouchi, Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, recently embarked on a working visit to Türkiye from September 19-21. The purpose of his visit was to bolster bilateral security cooperation and enhance collaboration on technological and scientific innovations in the security sector. During his stay in Türkiye, Hammouchi engaged in meetings with high-ranking officials such as Türkiye’s Deputy Interior Minister, Munir Karaloglu, and the Director General of Intelligence, Selami Yildiz. Discussions revolved around common security issues, existing levels of cooperation, and strategies to elevate cooperation in order to…

HESPRESS English – Morocco News General MAP with MAPTuesday 17 September 2024 – 20:35 A Council of Government meeting will be held on Thursday under the chairmanship of Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, according to a statement by his department. The meeting will include discussions on the tourism report for the summer period and a draft law related to health insurance. Three draft decrees will also be examined, focusing on the quality and safety of marketed sauces and earthquake-resistant construction regulations. The meeting will conclude with the consideration of proposals for appointments to higher office. Government council Newsletter Subscribe now…

King Mohammed VI, along with his sons, hosted a religious evening at the Hassan mosque in Rabat to commemorate Eid Al-Mawlid Al-Nabaoui Al-Sharif. The event included Quranic recitations and praises for Prophet Mohammed. The Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs highlighted the role of the Ulema institution in preserving religion and overseeing religious worship. The institution has focused on communication and education programs, collaborating with various international entities to promote Islamic studies. The evening also featured the presentation of prestigious awards, including the Mohammed VI Award for Islamic Thought and Studies. HM the King commended outstanding individuals in fields such…

In a gesture of high regard for the members of the Royal Armed Forces (FAR) and other related categories, an agreement was recently signed to provide discounts on air travel by the National Defense Administration and Royal Air Maroc. This initiative, endorsed by His Majesty King Mohammed VI and overseen by Princess Lalla Meryem, aims to enhance the social services available to FAR members, civil servants, veterans, and others. Effective from September 12, 2024, FAR members and their families will receive a 25% discount on both domestic and international flights through Royal Air Maroc. The agreement was formalized at the…

HESPRESS English – Morocco News Politics with MAPSunday 15 September 2024 – 15:13 King Mohammed VI will chair a religious evening at the Hassan Mosque in Rabat to commemorate Eid Al-Mawlid Annabaoui Asharif. The event will take place on Sunday, 11 Rabi-I, 1446 of the Hegira, corresponding to September 15, 2024. This announcement was made by the Ministry of the Royal Household, Protocol and Chancellery. The statement from the Ministry reads, “His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, will preside over a religious evening in remembrance of Eid Al-Mawlid Annabaoui Asharif at the Hassan Mosque in Rabat, starting…

Combating the Monkeypox Epidemic: Africa CDC Calls for Unity The Director General of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), Jean Kaseya, emphasized the urgent need for a unified effort to combat the monkeypox (Mpox) epidemic across the continent. Following discussions with Moroccan Minister of Health and Social Protection, Khalid Ait Taleb, Kaseya expressed his dedication to halting the spread of the epidemic. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, Kaseya officially requested the postponement of the 4th edition of the International Conference on Public Health in Africa, originally slated for November in Morocco. He commended Morocco for…

Royal Program Benefits Over 431,000 Widows and 158,000 Children Minister Delegate for Relations with Parliament and Government Spokesman, Mustapha Baitas, announced that more than 431,000 widows and 158,000 children in urban and rural areas have received direct social assistance through a royal program. This assistance, starting at a minimum of 500 dirhams, increases annually to eventually reach 400 dirhams per child by 2026. Baitas highlighted the government’s efforts to streamline access to this aid through the Unified Social Register, ensuring that even non-custodial widows can benefit. Previously, the assistance ranged from 500 dirhams to 1,158 dirhams, offering a significant increase…

Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch met with Lei Xu, the chairman of SUNRISE group in Shanghai, a leading textile company with a global presence. The meeting, also attended by Minister Mohcine Jazouli and Ali Seddiki, showcased Morocco’s support for SUNRISE’s 4.1 billion dirhams strategic investment project in the country, aiming to create 11,000 direct jobs within three years. The investment will not only boost the national textile sector but also align with the government’s job creation strategy. Akhannouch’s discussions in China, representing HM King Mohammed VI at the FOCAC Summit, highlight the importance of international partnerships in advancing Morocco’s economic…

Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch recently visited the Gotion High Tech factory in Hefei, China, to review the progress of the Kenitra gigafactory project. During his visit, he met with the group’s chairman, Zen Li, to discuss the construction schedule and confirmed that the project is on track. The Kenitra gigafactory, with an initial investment of 14 billion dirhams and the creation of 17,000 jobs, is set to begin operations in the second quarter of 2026. This strategic project, supported by the Moroccan government, will establish the first gigafactory in the Middle East & Africa region, contributing to the development…

Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch engaged in discussions with senior officials and leading Chinese business operators in Hefei, China, during his participation in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). Accompanied by key Moroccan officials, Akhannouch highlighted the strong political relations between Morocco and China, emphasizing the growth of Chinese investments in Morocco, especially in the automotive sector. Chinese investments in Morocco include projects like the electric battery gigafactory in Kenitra and the tire factory by Sentury. The Head of Government also mentioned the wind turbine blade production unit near the Nador West Med port. Chinese companies, particularly those from Anhui…