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Agriculture has been badly hit by six years of drought in Morocco
KTBS 3 - Louisiana
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July 3, 2025
On the drought-stricken plains of Morocco's Chtouka region, cherry tomato farms stretch as far as the eye can see, clinging to life through a single, environmentally contentious lifeline: desalination.
Morocco to supply 1.1mln tonnes of fertilizers to Bangladesh in 2025-2026
Zawya
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RABAT: Moroccan fertiliser producer OCP Nutricrops said on Wednesday it will supply 1.1 million tonnes of fertilizers to Bangladesh over the period 2025–2026. OCP Nutricorps signed the supply deal with Bangladesh Agricultural Development...
'Major setback' for Morocco power cable link plan
BBC
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Kirk EnglandBBC South West environment and tourism correspondent ShareSave The proposal would see four 2,500 mile (4,000km) long cables come ashore near the village of Abbotsham before being buried along a route 14km long The government has said...
Drought-hit Morocco turns to desalination to save vegetable bounty
InsideNoVa - Virginia
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On the drought-stricken plains of Morocco's Chtouka region, cherry tomato farms stretch as far as the eye can see, clinging to life through a single, environmentally contentious lifeline: desalination. "We wouldn't be here without it," said Abir...
World AFP Drought-hit Morocco turns to desalination to save vegetable bounty
Yahoo News
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On the drought-stricken plains of Morocco's Chtouka region, cherry tomato farms stretch as far as the eye can see, clinging to life through a single, environmentally contentious lifeline: desalination. "We wouldn't be here without it," said Abir...
Moroccan developers infuse local culture into games at national expo
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Moroccan game developers are putting the country’s rich cultural identity at the heart of their creations, merging centuries-old traditions with cutting-edge technology in a push to grow the national gaming industry and promote Morocco on the...
Morocco’s AI ecosystem is ‘very active,’ Minister says
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Morocco is home to a “very active” ecosystem of startups, companies and researchers working in AI, Minister Delegate in charge of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, said on Wednesday in Salé. “In a context...
Morocco Opens 13 New Social Centers to Help Vulnerable Communities
Morocco World News
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July 2, 2025
Rabat — King Mohammed VI has given the green light for 13 new social centers to start serving Morocco’s most vulnerable populations immediately. The Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity built these facilities across eight provinces to tackle...
Moroccan authorities dismantle ISIS-affiliated cell
North Press Agency
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July 2, 2025
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Moroccan security forces announced on Wednesday the dismantling of a terrorist cell affiliated with the Islamic State (ISIS), consisting of four extremists operating between the cities of Tetouan and Chefchaouen in...
CGEM: Morocco positioned as strategic hub for Saudi investment in Africa
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Morocco is emerging as a key gateway for Saudi investment into Africa, underpinned by its geographic proximity, robust infrastructure, and seasoned private sector, according to Chakib Alj, president of the General Confederation of Moroccan...
Financial authorities probe construction material firms over suspected money laundering, currency smuggling
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Morocco’s financial intelligence watchdog has launched an investigation into an alleged money laundering and currency smuggling network operating under the cover of construction material companies in the northern regions of Tangier and Tetouan,...
Following Royal instructions, Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity launches 13 new centers across Morocco
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
King Mohammed VI, President of the Mohammed V Foundation for Solidarity, has given His High Instructions to ensure that the centers established by the Foundation in the areas of healthcare, disability support, and vocational training are made...
Moroccan growers are preparing for the upcoming bell pepper season
Fresh Plaza
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July 2, 2025
Preparations are underway for the upcoming Moroccan bell pepper season. Amine Amanatoullah, the CEO of Fast Expo, says, "We are currently preparing the soil to begin planting during the third week of July, and the season is expected to start in...
Morocco unveils ambitious 2035 climate goals, eyes 53% emissions cut
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Morocco’s energy minister, Leila Benali, announced on Tuesday that 2025 will mark a major milestone in the nation’s climate agenda, as the country prepares to revise its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Speaking...
Morocco eyes global gaming spotlight with ambitious industry push, says minister
Hespress
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July 2, 2025
Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohammed Mehdi Bensaid, said that “Morocco can become a key player in the regional and international gaming industry” during the opening ceremony of the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo,...
NASDA concludes successful trade mission with Moroccan delegation in California
Tri State Livestock News - South Dakota
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July 2, 2025
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture concluded an inbound trade mission with a high-level Moroccan agricultural delegation June 22–28. The visit further strengthened bilateral agricultural cooperation and...
Multisectoral Partnership Drives India-Morocco Ties Forward, More Growth on Horizon
Morocco World News
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July 2, 2025
Rabat – Guided by King Mohammed VI’s vision, Morocco’s diplomacy has positioned the North African country as a key player and a strategic partner on the global stage. Through an almost octopus-like approach to foreign policy, Morocco’s diplomacy...
Fuel Prices Drop Globally, But Morocco Sees Little Relief
Morocco World News
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July 2, 2025
Rabat – Despite a significant drop in global oil prices since early April, fuel prices in Morocco remain stubbornly high. Moroccan consumers are expressing frustration, questioning why they are not benefiting more from the international decline....
Spanish Dentists Sound Alarm Over Morocco Dental Tourism Craze
Morocco World News
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July 2, 2025
Rabat — The Spanish Dental Council has issued a stark warning about “dental tourism” in Morocco, referring to a growing social media trend that promotes the practice. The council raised serious concerns about patient safety and treatment quality,...
French Wholesaler Receives 1-Year Suspended Sentence for Mislabeling Moroccan Imported Fruits as French
Morocco World News
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July 2, 2025
Rabat – A fruit wholesaler in Dordogne received a one-year suspended prison sentence for labeling imported fruits, mainly from Morocco, as well as Portugal and the Netherlands, as French products. The suspect also received a fine of €50,000 for...