Latest news in Morocco? September 10th, 2026
10-09-2026
Governance & International Relations
- Morocco and Hong Kong signed an anti-corruption cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening bilateral integrity frameworks and exchanging best practices.
- Diplomatic discussions continue regarding regional border management and funding allocations following the European Union’s recent €114.7 million grant to Spain concerning Ceuta.
- Port authorities announced that the East Terminal of the Nador West Med complex is now operational and ready to receive mega container ships, reinforcing Morocco’s northern maritime hub capacity in the Mediterranean.
- Follow-ups continue on the newly signed Memorandum of Understanding with solar fuel developer Synhelion to establish a 100,000-ton annual capacity commercial synthetic renewable fuel facility in Tan-Tan.
- Bank Al-Maghrib reported that the Moroccan dirham appreciated against the US dollar in daily foreign exchange fixings.
- Preparations and debates are advancing ahead of the upcoming 2026 legislative elections, focusing on campaign conduct rules, measures countering tech-driven disinformation, and expanding political representation for youth and expatriates.
- The Royal Moroccan Football Federation announced an extension of the domestic summer transfer window until September 25, giving Botola Pro clubs additional time to finalize squad rosters.