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Rabat

Head of State

King Mohammed VI

Head of Government

Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch

Military vehicles at a logistical support and staging facility to support the International Stabilisation Force under the direction of Trump's "Board of Peace", near the Israel-Gaza border in southern Israel, in August. Photo: Reuters

Israel-Gaza war

East African troops prepare for Gaza peacekeeping role in US-backed plan

Delegations from Burundi and Uganda visited Israel to discuss joining Donald Trump’s International Stabilisation Force.

24 Aug 2026 - 2:22PM

China-Africa relations

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Spain

‘It’s really bad’: migrant women’s fears of sexual violence in Spain’s Ceuta

19 Aug 2026 - 12:16AM

Architecture and design

Can a Hong Kong flat blend modernity with vintage charm?

A chance encounter at a tailor’s shop set the tone for an apartment in Central district where European antiques and bespoke detailing combine in timeless harmony.

11 Aug 2026 - 8:00AM

The living room of Harry Sun's Central flat, designed by Dominic Cheung of Crimson Company. Photo: Elizabeth Au of HHM Studio (hhm-studio.com)

China-EU relations

Can Europe stay united in China trade battle? Ceuta crisis offers a warning

The recent row over migration and Spain’s border policy suggests it may be hard for the bloc to stand together under pressure from Beijing.

9 Aug 2026 - 10:00PMvideocam

European Union

Spain to start Italy border controls amid Ceuta migrant row

Italy had rejected Spain’s ultimatum to lift checks imposed in response to the migration crisis. Now Spain has announced its own checks.

8 Aug 2026 - 7:20PM

Spain

Deadly migrant rush to Spain’s Ceuta was sparked by runaway online rumours

Convinced by social media that Europe was within reach, some 72,000 people surged across the border from Morocco.

5 Aug 2026 - 5:44AM

Spain

Spain denies intelligence warnings before Ceuta migrant crisis

Madrid rejects claims of ignored reports after tens of thousands surged into Spanish exclave in Africa.

4 Aug 2026 - 11:55AM

Spain

Death toll from migrant rush into Spanish enclave of Ceuta reaches 72

More bodies recovered near shoreline following mass movement of 50,000 people across Moroccan border.

3 Aug 2026 - 11:19AM

Spain

France, Italy tighten borders after 60,000 migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta

France is increasing its border police presence fivefold while Italy has suspended its Schengen agreement with Spain.

1 Aug 2026 - 11:54AM

Migrants wade through the water near the border with Morocco as they attempt to enter Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta on Friday. Photo: AFP

Italy

Italy halts EU Schengen free-travel pact with Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis

Over 50,000 people had rushed into Spanish territory from Morocco, sparking concern over border security.

1 Aug 2026 - 1:42AM

Migrants return to Morocco from the Spanish enclave of Ceuta on Friday. Photo: AP

Fame and celebrity

Meet Lamine Yamal’s parents, Sheila and Mounir – and viral brother Keyne

The Spanish football star was born when his parents were teens, and the story behind his unique compound name stems from their humble past.

31 Jul 2026 - 6:00PM

Spain

Spain, Morocco try to halt rush on Ceuta enclave amid influx of 60,000

Spanish PM says his nation suffered a ‘violation of its territorial integrity’, blames human smugglers who ‘deceive so many young people’.

31 Jul 2026 - 10:50PM

Israel-Gaza war

Israel to allow international force into Gaza under Trump ceasefire plan

Security cabinet clears legal path for deployment from ‘friendly countries’ like Uganda and Morocco.

27 Jul 2026 - 3:16PM

Much of Gaza remains in ruins from two years of ‌full-scale war. Photo: AP

Israel

The former military chief aiming to unseat Netanyahu in Israel

Gadi Eisenkot and his new party mount a strong challenge to Israel’s longest-serving prime minister.

27 Jul 2026 - 2:50PM

Gadi Eisenkot, who is mounting a challenge to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel's October general election. Photo: EPA

Sexual harassment and assault

Cardinal in Morocco steps back from duties after sexual assault claims

Spanish-born Cristobal Lopez Romero, who denies wrongdoing, was seen by some as a potential successor to Pope Francis in the 2025 conclave.

8 Jul 2026 - 4:59AM

US, Israel war on Iran

Trump now ties Iran deal to major expansion of Abraham Accords

US president suggests Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and other regional powers normalise ties with Israel to secure peace.

26 May 2026 - 8:42AM

Africa

Building collapse kills at least 9 people in Morocco’s Fez

A search for others who might still be buried under the rubble was under way and residents of nearby buildings were told to evacuate.

22 May 2026 - 2:37AM

Rescuers on Thursday search through the rubble of a four-storey building that collapsed overnight in the Moroccan city of Fes. Photo: AFP

Italy

Meloni meets victims of Italy car-ramming attack

Italy’s prime minister rushes to Modena following a horrific vehicle assault that left several people seriously injured.

18 May 2026 - 11:22AM

China food security

How the Middle East crisis is expanding China’s agrochemical influence

China accounts for about a third of global fertiliser production, and 70 per cent of the raw materials for chemical pesticides.

5 May 2026 - 8:29AM

Africa

Search launched for US soldiers missing during African Lion exercise

Pair went missing on a recreational hike after training had concluded, official says.

4 May 2026 - 9:45AM

US and Moroccan military vehicles during the 2024 African Lion exercise. Photo: AP

China exports

How China’s reported sulphuric acid export ban could have global buyers reeling

Foreign firms fear more halts following reports of a ban on the export of the chemical, crucial for fertiliser and battery production.

29 Apr 2026 - 6:07AMvideocam

China-Africa relations

Why China is urgently looking to North Africa as the energy crisis rolls on

From Algerian oilfields to Moroccan battery factories and Egypt’s industrial base, Beijing may now fast-track projects across the region.

18 Apr 2026 - 9:00AMvideocam

Trending in China

Love and compassion in China: Moroccan student saves drowning woman, long-ago pen pals reunite

Overseas man hailed as Good Samaritan after heroic rescue, internet sleuths help fashion a reunion between long-lost writing buddies.

14 Apr 2026 - 6:00PM

China-Africa relations

Opinion | China’s growing North Africa presence a structural challenge for Europe

Cooperate or hedge? Growing Chinese energy, infrastructure and industrial investments require a sustained, coordinated European response.

5 Apr 2026 - 5:30AM

Engineers walk next to solar panels at the Benban Solar Park, one of the world’s largest solar power plant in the world, in Aswan, Egypt, on October 19, 2022. Photo: AP

Hong Kong economy

Amid Iran war, Hongkongers choose short-haul high-speed rail trips

With war raging in the Middle East, tickets for mainland Chinese destinations are being snapped up.

23 Mar 2026 - 1:22AM

The high-speed rail station at West Kowloon. Photo: Sam Tsang

Energy

Iran war threatens prolonged energy shock, slower growth for Asia

Observers say an extended disruption of energy flows could mean persistently higher fuel costs and widening trade deficits for Asian importers.

11 Mar 2026 - 9:45PMvideocam

Hong Kong transport

35 Hong Kong to Mideast flights disrupted, with more expected after attack on Iran

Passengers already packing Hong Kong airport to inquire about suspended departures to Riyadh, Doha and Qatar from day before.

1 Mar 2026 - 11:08PM

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East African troops prepare for Gaza peacekeeping role in US-backed plan

Delegations from Burundi and Uganda visited Israel to discuss joining Donald Trump’s International Stabilisation Force.

Why China’s EV boom is seen as an ‘unparalleled opportunity’ in Africa

‘It’s really bad’: migrant women’s fears of sexual violence in Spain’s Ceuta

Can a Hong Kong flat blend modernity with vintage charm?

A chance encounter at a tailor’s shop set the tone for an apartment in Central district where European antiques and bespoke detailing combine in timeless harmony.

Can Europe stay united in China trade battle? Ceuta crisis offers a warning

The recent row over migration and Spain’s border policy suggests it may be hard for the bloc to stand together under pressure from Beijing.

Spain to start Italy border controls amid Ceuta migrant row

Italy had rejected Spain’s ultimatum to lift checks imposed in response to the migration crisis. Now Spain has announced its own checks.

Deadly migrant rush to Spain’s Ceuta was sparked by runaway online rumours

Convinced by social media that Europe was within reach, some 72,000 people surged across the border from Morocco.

Spain denies intelligence warnings before Ceuta migrant crisis

Madrid rejects claims of ignored reports after tens of thousands surged into Spanish exclave in Africa.

Death toll from migrant rush into Spanish enclave of Ceuta reaches 72

More bodies recovered near shoreline following mass movement of 50,000 people across Moroccan border.

France, Italy tighten borders after 60,000 migrants enter Spain’s Ceuta

France is increasing its border police presence fivefold while Italy has suspended its Schengen agreement with Spain.

Italy halts EU Schengen free-travel pact with Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis

Over 50,000 people had rushed into Spanish territory from Morocco, sparking concern over border security.

Meet Lamine Yamal’s parents, Sheila and Mounir – and viral brother Keyne

The Spanish football star was born when his parents were teens, and the story behind his unique compound name stems from their humble past.

Spain, Morocco try to halt rush on Ceuta enclave amid influx of 60,000

Spanish PM says his nation suffered a ‘violation of its territorial integrity’, blames human smugglers who ‘deceive so many young people’.

Israel to allow international force into Gaza under Trump ceasefire plan

Security cabinet clears legal path for deployment from ‘friendly countries’ like Uganda and Morocco.

The former military chief aiming to unseat Netanyahu in Israel

Gadi Eisenkot and his new party mount a strong challenge to Israel’s longest-serving prime minister.

Cardinal in Morocco steps back from duties after sexual assault claims

Spanish-born Cristobal Lopez Romero, who denies wrongdoing, was seen by some as a potential successor to Pope Francis in the 2025 conclave.

Trump now ties Iran deal to major expansion of Abraham Accords

US president suggests Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and other regional powers normalise ties with Israel to secure peace.

Building collapse kills at least 9 people in Morocco’s Fez

A search for others who might still be buried under the rubble was under way and residents of nearby buildings were told to evacuate.

Meloni meets victims of Italy car-ramming attack

Italy’s prime minister rushes to Modena following a horrific vehicle assault that left several people seriously injured.

How the Middle East crisis is expanding China’s agrochemical influence

China accounts for about a third of global fertiliser production, and 70 per cent of the raw materials for chemical pesticides.

Search launched for US soldiers missing during African Lion exercise

Pair went missing on a recreational hike after training had concluded, official says.

How China’s reported sulphuric acid export ban could have global buyers reeling

Foreign firms fear more halts following reports of a ban on the export of the chemical, crucial for fertiliser and battery production.

Why China is urgently looking to North Africa as the energy crisis rolls on

From Algerian oilfields to Moroccan battery factories and Egypt’s industrial base, Beijing may now fast-track projects across the region.

Love and compassion in China: Moroccan student saves drowning woman, long-ago pen pals reunite

Overseas man hailed as Good Samaritan after heroic rescue, internet sleuths help fashion a reunion between long-lost writing buddies.

.css-1pcrwvc{color:#2aa191;}Opinion | China’s growing North Africa presence a structural challenge for Europe

Cooperate or hedge? Growing Chinese energy, infrastructure and industrial investments require a sustained, coordinated European response.

Amid Iran war, Hongkongers choose short-haul high-speed rail trips

With war raging in the Middle East, tickets for mainland Chinese destinations are being snapped up.

Iran war threatens prolonged energy shock, slower growth for Asia

Observers say an extended disruption of energy flows could mean persistently higher fuel costs and widening trade deficits for Asian importers.

35 Hong Kong to Mideast flights disrupted, with more expected after attack on Iran

Passengers already packing Hong Kong airport to inquire about suspended departures to Riyadh, Doha and Qatar from day before.

Opinion | China’s growing North Africa presence a structural challenge for Europe