News - Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/?xtor=RSS-1 en Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/local/cache-vignettes/L144xH72/visuel_defaut_une_fd-44916-890bc.jpg?1702480414 https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr?xtor=RSS-1 Morocco - Q&A - Extract from the press briefing (11 Jan. 2024) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-q-a-extract-from-the-press-briefing-11-jan-2024?xtor=RSS-1 Q: On January 10 in Geneva, Morocco was elected president of the UN Human Rights Council for 2024. What is France's reaction to this election, and how can it contribute to promoting human rights in the region and throughout the world? A: France congratulates Mr. Omar Zniber, Morocco's Permanent Representative to Geneva, on his election as president of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC). Mr. Zniber's election reflects the Council members' trust in his personal ability to lead its efforts. As (…) 2024-01-11 16:36:36 56155_277227 Morocco - Earthquake – French emergency relief (11 Sept. 23) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-earthquake-french-emergency-relief-11-sept-23?xtor=RSS-1 Following the devastating earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8, France wishes once more to express its heartfelt sympathy, extend its condolences to bereaved families, assure the families of the missing that they are in our thoughts, and express its full support to all those who were injured or suffered damage. This morning, Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna announced the decision to release five million euros in humanitarian loans to bolster the emergency (…) 2023-09-13 18:24:22 56155_275096 Morocco earthquake (9 Sept. 2023) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-earthquake-9-sept-2023-275054?xtor=RSS-1 At the request of Minister Catherine Colonna, the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs is activating the local authorities' external action fund to support the solidarity actions that will be deployed in agreement with the Moroccan authorities for the benefit of the people affected by the earthquake. Several local authorities have already approached the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs with a total of nearly €2 million in aid. Furthermore, many French companies have told the (…) 2023-09-11 12:17:53 56155_275054 Morocco earthquake (9 Sept. 2023) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-earthquake-9-sept-2023?xtor=RSS-1 France was greatly shocked to learn of the dreadful 6.8-magnitude earthquake between Marrakesh and Agadir which occurred during the night, killing and injuring hundreds of people. France extends its sincere condolences to their families and close friends. Our embassy in Morocco and the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs' Crisis and Support Centre in Paris have set up crisis units (in Morocco: +212 537689900; in France: +33 (0)1 43 17 51 00) to answer our compatriots' requests for (…) 2023-09-11 12:15:36 56155_275053 Morocco - Q&A from the press briefing (21 Dec. 2022) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-q-a-from-the-press-briefing-21-dec-2022?xtor=RSS-1 Q: The Minister was in Rabat last week. You spoke to us about this. Since then, further information has come to light regarding Morocco's potential involvement in the payment of bribes to members or former members of the European Parliament. Do you have anything to say about this? In particular, does this issue come up in bilateral conversations with Morocco or not at all? I would like to ask a question, even though I already asked it a bit awkwardly last week, about whether or not the (…) 2022-12-22 08:57:42 56155_270619 Morocco – Visit by Catherine Colonna (15-16 Dec. 2022) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-visit-by-catherine-colonna-15-16-dec-2022?xtor=RSS-1 Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna will be visiting Rabat from December 15-16. The Minister will be welcomed by her counterpart, Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates. This meeting will give them the chance to discuss all aspects of the exceptional bilateral partnership between Morocco and France, which is characterized, above all, by very close, rich human ties spanning the Mediterranean. The two ministers will also (…) 2022-12-16 09:24:13 56155_270486 Morocco – Conversation between Catherine Colonna and Nasser Bourita (22 Jun. 2022) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-conversation-between-catherine-colonna-and-nasser-bourita-22-jun-2022?xtor=RSS-1 Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna spoke over the phone today with her Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita. The minister reiterated that France is committed to the exceptional partnership that binds our two countries together and to its reinforcement. The two ministers discussed future opportunities for our bilateral relationship. Their conversation touched upon cultural, educational and economic matters and, in particular, fields of the future, such as renewable (…) 2022-06-24 10:58:44 56155_267444 Western Sahara - Q&A - (21 Mar. 2022) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/western-sahara-q-a-21-mar-2022?xtor=RSS-1 Q: Last week, Spain announced that it was changing its position on the dispute between Morocco and the Sahrawis of the Polisario Front. Like Paris, Madrid now supports Morocco's idea of autonomy for the territory of Western Sahara. How do you view this change? Did Spain consult with France on this issue? At the same time, tensions have arisen between Spain and Algeria. Do you think there's a danger that this will have an effect on Europe's gas supply at such a delicate moment, as far as this (…) 2022-03-21 20:35:29 56155_265445 Morocco - Q&A from the press briefing (24 Aug. 21) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-q-a-from-the-press-briefing-24-aug-21?xtor=RSS-1 Q: During a speech on Friday, the Moroccan king announced the opening up of a new stage in relations with Spain, which should be based on “trust, transparency, mutual respect and the honoring of commitments.” He also referred to “relations based on partnership and solidarity” between Morocco and France, which are underpinned by the strong friendly relations and mutual respect between the sovereign and President Macron. What is your assessment of the content of this royal speech? A: Morocco is (…) 2021-08-25 17:55:13 56155_260957 Morocco - Q&A from the press briefing (4 June 2021) https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/morocco/news/article/morocco-q-a-from-the-press-briefing-4-june-2021?xtor=RSS-1 Q : Morocco has decided to definitively resolve the issue of unaccompanied Moroccan minors illegally present in certain European countries. What is France's view regarding this decision? A : France welcomes Morocco's commitment, expressed through royal instruction on June 1, to accept the return of unaccompanied minors from Morocco present in European territory. This commitment underscores our shared determination to address, in the best way possible, this difficult issue, regarding which (…) 2021-06-07 09:33:21 56155_259286