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  • Politics : Govt. Majority Discuss Political, Economic, Social Situation

    In a press release issued following this meeting, the majority presidency highly praised the wisdom and foresight of HM King Mohammed VI, in the effective and immediate management of the impact of the earthquake that struck several regions of the Kingdom, as well as the Sovereign's multidimensional vision implemented by the launch of a large-scale program to manage the earthquake impact, covering the support of affected families, the reconstruction of homes, the rehabilitation of damaged infrastructure, the opening up and rehabilitation of territories as well as the promotion of social and economic development in targeted areas.

    The majority presidency also expressed the full mobilization of all ministerial departments and services, as well as its proactive commitment to the implementation of this emergency program, in a spirit of convergence, complementarity, efficiency and good governance of the various components of this program, with a view to rehousing and assisting the affected populations, and launching local development programs.

    Majority leaders also expressed their high regard for the momentum of national mobilization and symbiosis behind HM the King demonstrated by all Moroccans, in Morocco and abroad, as well as the spirit of solidarity, mutual aid and sacrifice with which the quake victims were surrounded, which reflects the authentic Moroccan values of the Moroccan people, congratulating the components of civil society for their efforts to alleviate the suffering of the victims.

    They also praised the major role of the Royal Armed Forces, the Royal Gendarmerie, National Police, Auxiliary Forces, Civil Protection, territorial authorities, health personnel and various technical services for their effective interventions in this difficult ordeal, as well as the support and assistance provided by the rescue teams from brotherly and friendly countries.

    They also expressed their great consideration for the congratulations expressed by a number of countries, regional organizations and international observers for the high competence of the Kingdom in managing the earthquake impact, stressing that "some discordant foreign voices having tried to exploit this catastrophe for political purposes have only promoted the cohesion, unity and solidarity of our home front".

    The majority presidency also expressed its determination to continue and strengthen coordination and common action during the new parliamentary session. They particularly insisted on the immediate processing of various issues that concern government action, the rapid implementation of the various Royal Instructions, as well as the continued implementation of the government program.

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 19:41 /en/actualites/politics/govt-majority-discuss-political-economic-social-situation  
  • Sport : 13th Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Kitesurfing World Cup 2023 Kicks off in Dakhla

    In a statement to MAP, president of the Lagon Dakhla Association for the development of sport and culture, said that this year's event once again confirmed the city of Dakhla's reputation as a key destination for kitesurfing and wingfoil, both of which are Olympic sports.

    She noted that the presence of over 70 internationally renowned participants from several countries reflected the enthusiasm for the city of Dakhla and its cultural and tourist features.

    The 13th Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan Kitesurfing World Cup 2023, organized from September 22 to October 02, will bring together 39 athletes (26 men and 13 women) in Strapless kitesurfing.

    The 2nd GWA Wingfoil World Cup will also be held in Foum Labouir, with the participation of 36 competitors (26 men and 10 women).

     

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 15:06 /en/actualites/sport/13th-crown-prince-moulay-el-hassan-kitesurfing-world-cup-2023-kicks-dakhla  
  • General : Temara: Four Suspected Members of Irregular Immigration and Human Trafficking Network Apprehended

    The suspects, whose ages range from 34 to 48, were caught in the act in a rural area near the town of Skhirat. They were preparing for an irregular immigration operation by sea, intending to assist 14 would-be immigrants who were arrested at a farm in the same vicinity where they were temporarily residing.

    The four suspects have been taken into police custody, while the potential migrants are undergoing a judicial investigation, supervised by the relevant public prosecutor's office, to clarify the details of this case and identify any possible connections or ramifications.
     

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 14:21 /en/actualites/general/temara-four-suspected-members-irregular-immigration-and-human-trafficking-network  
  • Economy : Morocco Earthquake: Tourist Activity Returns to Normal in Affected Regions (Minister)

    These destinations are in demand again, Baitas said at a press briefing following the weekly cabinet meeting, recalling that the Kingdom will host a major event in early October.

    In this regard, the minister underlined that by capitalizing on tourism, the government has made the right choice, emphasizing the important contribution of this sector to the recovery of the national economy.

    Baitas also recalled the efforts made by the government to support economy during the Covid-19 pandemic and in particular the tourism sector, noting that this sector is promising, particularly during the post-Covid-19 period.

    He stressed that the government is working to support the tourism sector, due to its significant contribution to GDP and the creation of job opportunities, adding that the government's support for air transport and tourism sectors will have a positive impact on the national economy.

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 11:06 /en/actualites/economy/morocco-earthquake-tourist-activity-returns-normal-affected-regions-minister  
  • Economy : Casablanca Stock Exchange Starts in Positive Territory

    On Thursday, the MASI had closed with a loss of 0.02%.

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 11:00 /en/actualites/economy/casablanca-stock-exchange-starts-positive-territory-0  
  • Sport : 2030 World Cup: Morocco-Spain-Portugal Bid on ‘Right Track’ (Spanish Secretary of State)

    ''The bid is on the right track, the federations involved are in contact and the Spanish government is committed and pushing as best it can,'' Francos told the press.

    ''The most important is that we have the best offer and that we have a good chance of winning the bid to host the 2030 World Cup", the Spanish official underlined.

    In this regard, he recalled that acting president of the Spanish government, Pedro Sanchez, held a meeting, this week, with FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, to express the government's support for this bid.

    At the end of this meeting, Sanchez said that the joint Morocco-Spain-Portugal bid was a "solid and ambitious project", adding that "Spain is working with Portugal and Morocco on a solid bid for the 2030 World Cup".

    HM King Mohammed VI announced Morocco's joint bid with Spain and Portugal to host the 2030 World Cup on March 14 in Kigali, in a message to mark the presentation of the Confederation of African Football's (CAF) Outstanding Achievement Award-2022.

    This joint bid, unprecedented in the history of football, will be the junction between Africa and Europe, between the north and south of the Mediterranean, and between the African, Arab and Euro-Mediterranean worlds, the Sovereign noted.

    HM the king stressed that this bid would be one of bringing together the best from each side, and demonstrating an alliance of genius, creativity, experience and resources.

    The tripartite Spain-Morocco-Portugal Commission bidding to host the 2030 World Cup held its first meeting last weekend in Madrid. The next meeting will take place on October 4 in Rabat, in the presence of the presidents of the three federations.

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 10:16 /en/actualites/sport/2030-world-cup-morocco-spain-portugal-bid-%E2%80%98right-track%E2%80%99-spanish-secretary-state  
  • General : Akhannouch Chairs 5th Meeting of Steering Committee of National Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation Program 2020-2027

    The meeting was an opportunity to examine a series of ongoing programs, in particular the interconnection program between Sebou and Bouregreg basins, which aims to ensure the supply of drinking water to the Rabat-Casablanca region.

    During this meeting, projects related to seawater desalination were also discussed, such as the seawater desalination project in the provinces of El Jadida and Safi, the construction of which was entrusted to OCP Group under a memorandum of understanding and a concession contract, as well as the Nador plant.

    It should be noted that the national committee in charge of steering the National Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation Program was set up by the Head of Government in June 2022. The members of this committee come from the various departments concerned.

     

    Friday, 22 September, 2023 - 09:08 /en/actualites/general/akhannouch-chairs-5th-meeting-steering-committee-national-drinking-water-supply  
  • Politics : Germany Hails Morocco’s ‘Impressive’ Post-Quake Reconstruction Efforts

    "It is impressive to see how the government and other stakeholders are working to coordinate the reconstruction efforts that will be carried out in the coming months," Flasbarth told MAP following his talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Nasser Bourita.

    The German official, who was accompanied by a large delegation, also expressed his country's desire to provide assistance following this painful ordeal.

    Flasbarth welcomed, on this occasion, the fruitful exchanges he had with Bourita, stressing that his visit to the Kingdom was an opportunity to express Germany's solidarity and support in these difficult circumstances.

    Thursday, 21 September, 2023 - 21:41 /en/actualites/politics/germany-hails-morocco%E2%80%99s-%E2%80%98impressive%E2%80%99-post-quake-reconstruction-efforts  
  • Politics : Under HM the King’s Leadership, Morocco Successfully Managed Quake Impact (Minister)

    "Under the leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, our country, as a State, thanks to the mobilization of its authorities and services and the solidarity and mutual assistance shown by all Moroccans" has successfully managed the impact of this natural disaster, Baitas underlined at a press briefing following the weekly cabinet meeting, adding that Al Haouz earthquake has required the mobilization and the intervention of the State with its various institutions in order to provide assistance to the affected population.

    And naturally, "the government is one of those stakeholders" that intervened to mitigate the impact of this natural disaster and has worked according to a clear and well-defined approach in accordance with the High Royal Guidelines, he pointed out, stressing that HM the King chaired three important and key meetings over ten days, during which priorities were defined in a precise manner.

    Baitas also noted that "the ministers concerned are making visits to the disaster areas", underlining that a census of the victims is currently being carried out on the ground in the affected regions, and that "the distribution of subsidies will take place as soon as the data is available".

    Data relating to the rehabilitation of damaged infrastructure is also being collected, especially roads and schools, as well as other facilities providing social services to citizens, with a view to rebuilding and strengthening infrastructure and promoting the local economy of these localities, he added.

    All the departments concerned are present on the ground and are closely monitoring research and census operations, he said, affirming that the government is mobilized to provide a prompt and effective response to these challenges despite the meteorological constraints.

    In this regard, the minister noted the need to continue the work with the same momentum in order to preserve the achievements and open a new stage of reconstruction for the disaster areas, with the speed and efficiency that promote the strengthening of local economy local and a decent life.

    Regarding the Natural Disaster Fund, Baitas affirmed that “it is activated and credits are allocated to it during each fiscal year, but the tragedy of the earthquake has generated great repercussions”, noting that HM the King has given His High Instructions so that the reconstruction and general rehabilitation program of the disaster areas be a model of integrated and balanced territorial development.

    Thursday, 21 September, 2023 - 21:40 /en/actualites/politics/under-hm-king%E2%80%99s-leadership-morocco-successfully-managed-quake-impact-minister  
  • General : Late Aïcha El Khattabi Was a Patriot Viscerally Attached to Constants of the Kingdom (Associative Actors)

    « A great loss for the nation, the late Aïcha El Khattabi was a patriot deeply attached to the constants of the Kingdom", said the Belgian-Moroccan Khalid Hanaoui, president of the "Jaliya 24" association.

    « She always believed in a united Morocco, and never ceased to be proud of her Moroccan identity and her King," the Nador-born community activist told MAP.

    The deceased was a living memory of the Rif region, and her testimonies enriched the history of anti-occupation movements in different regions of the Kingdom, he added, pointing out that history will remember "a Moroccan woman who embodied the voice of wisdom".

    For his part, Dutch-Moroccan Aissa Meziani, a member of the Christian Democratic Party (CDA) in the Netherlands, emphasized the qualities of the late Aïcha El Khattabi as a national figure who had always defended the unity of Morocco and the Moroccan people, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom.

    He recalled that HM King Mohammed VI had received the late Aicha El Khattabi, on the occasion of the 19th anniversary of the Sovereign's accession to the throne of His glorious ancestors, noting that this event was a source of great pride for the late, but also for all members of the Moroccan community living abroad, who remain very attached to their country of origin.

    The death of Aïcha El Khattabi, a patriotic figure who set an example in terms of love of country and attachment to the foundations of the Nation, is a great loss for Morocco, deplored Meziani, calling for the memory of national figures to be preserved, as a source of lessons for rising generations.

    The late Aïcha El Khattabi symbolized the values of unity and solidarity that characterize the Moroccan people, and which were once again materialized in the response to the consequences of the Al Haouz earthquake, under the enlightened leadership of HM King Mohammed VI, he noted.

    For his part, Kacem Achehboun, an active member of associations in the Netherlands, remembers the deceased as "a fervent defender of the unity of the nation and its sacred constants and causes".

    She enshrined the strong attachment of the family of the late Mohamed Ben Abdelkrim El Khattabi and the sons of the Rif region to the August person of His Majesty the King, he said, noting that she firmly believed in the region's development under the High Guidance of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, particularly after the Sovereign's visit to Al Hoceima in 2000, the day after His accession to the Throne of His Glorious Ancestors.

    The funeral of the late Aïcha El Khattabi took place on Thursday in the presence of His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid.

    After the Dhuhr and funeral prayers, the deceased was buried in the Errahma cemetery. The funeral of the deceased was attended by members of her family and relatives, as well as by several personalities.

    Born in 1942, she lived and studied in Egypt, before returning to the Motherland after the death of her father.

    Thursday, 21 September, 2023 - 19:39 /en/actualites/general/late-a%C3%AFcha-el-khattabi-was-patriot-viscerally-attached-constants-kingdom  
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Morocco's Basketball Federation Inks Agreement with Israeli Peer

14 June 2022 Printable Version
Rabat - A framework cooperation agreement was signed on Tuesday in Rabat between the Royal Moroccan Federation of Basketball (FRMBB) and the Israeli Association of the same sport (IBBA), aiming at the development of sports and technical exchanges.

The signing ceremony of this agreement was chaired by Minister of National Education, Preschool and Sports Chakib Benmoussa, in the presence of the Advisor to HM the King Andre Azoulay, and the head of the Israeli liaison office, David Govrin.

A number of members of the FRMBB Board of Directors were also present at this ceremony, in addition to International Basketball Federation (FIBA) President Hamane Niang, and members of the Israeli delegation.

This partnership agreement, signed by FRMBB President Mustapha Aourach and IBBA President Amiram Halevy, comes in a framework in which the Moroccan federation is opening on its international environment and strengthening the role of sports diplomacy.

It also promotes the exchange of experiences between the two parties, especially since the Israeli association is a pioneer in coaching, training and financial management.

Speaking on this occasion, Benmoussa said that this convention "is in the spirit of the Abraham Accords and is in line with the willingness of both countries to build the future in the context of a multidimensional cooperation."

"Sport is an important sector for our people, insofar as it is a factor of development and well-being," he said, noting that it is also a vehicle for social inclusion, living together and dissemination of values of respect and tolerance.

After recalling the special place that sport occupies in strengthening cooperation between the two countries, the Minister said that the signing of this agreement is part of the project named "Basketball, together for hope".

According to the minister, the agreement provides for the organization of meetings in Morocco and Israel, the exchange of experience and expertise, training of supervisors and referees, in addition to coordination between the two federations at the level of international and regional bodies.

After inviting the two federations to translate this convention into a concrete action plan through a focus on women's basketball, youth or training of supervisors, he reaffirmed the commitment of the Ministry to support the implementation of this convention and activities arising from it.

For his part, Aourach said that the FRMBB wants to give the national basketball an international dimension, relying on the Royal High Directions.

He highlighted, in this sense, the joint declaration between Morocco and Israel (December 2020), noting that the signing of this agreement will establish a framework for a partnership based on the exchange of expertise and joint work on training projects and the creation of schools and an academy for the training of youth.

For his part, Halevy said that basketball is an essential tool to promote human, sports and cultural relations between the two countries, adding that this initiative will allow to organize tournaments in both countries.

Noting that the Israeli basketball is very developed and that Morocco could benefit from this experience, he said that this partnership will be an opportunity to strengthen all aspects related to the training of coaches, judges and bilateral cooperation.

As for the president of FIBA, he said that the 2019-2023 mandate of the international body puts special emphasis on the place of women in basketball, noting that it is no coincidence that an exhibition game will be held, on the sidelines of the signing of this agreement, between the women's national teams of Morocco and Israel.

"This is a memorable day for the development and promotion of the orange ball," he said, noting that sport is a vehicle for communication, union, brotherhood and development. FIBA is convinced that this discipline can serve as a tool for bringing people together, he added.

This partnership agreement revolves around several axes, including collaboration and exchange of delegations, the organization between the Moroccan and Israeli federations of tournaments and friendly matches between regional teams and national professional and amateur of all ages and all levels, in addition to the women's and men's selections.

It is also about the mutual participation of representatives of both countries in sports events and / or traditional festivals, the participation of Moroccan coaches in training courses in Israel and the organization of training courses, training and certification by coaches and experts from both countries.

The agreement also provides for an annual meeting between the basketball teams of Israel and Morocco, which will include an educational and socio-cultural program in Morocco and Israel, collaboration and exchange of the latest technologies to improve the performance of athletes, teams and infrastructure.

This historic partnership between the Moroccan and Israeli basketball federations will be concluded by the organization of a friendly match between the women's teams of Morocco and Israel, Wednesday at the indoor hall of the Prince Moulay Abdellah sports complex in Rabat.

This meeting is part of the preparations of the Moroccan women's selection for the upcoming Arab and African events.

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