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Morocco
The latest news, analysis and opinion on Morocco. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion.
Capital
Rabat
Head of State
King Mohammed VI
Head of Government
Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch
People gather along the fence at the site of clashes near Fnideq, on the Morocco-Spain border, on Friday. Photo: AFP
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.

Spain

Spain denies intelligence warnings before Ceuta migrant crisis

Spain

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

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.

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.

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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.

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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’.

Migrants return to Morocco, as seen from Ceuta, Spain on Friday. Photo: Reuters
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.

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.

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.

Cristobal Lopez Romero at the Cathedral of Tunis in Tunisia in 2020. The archbishop of Rabat said he was stepping back from his duties on Tuesday amid claims of sexual assault. Photo: AFP
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.

US President Donald Trump speaks on the phone inside his limousine on Monday. Photo: EPA
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.

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.

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.

Illustration: Henry Wong
Africa

Search launched for US soldiers missing during African Lion exercise

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

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.

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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.

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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.

Acts of love and compassion in China: A Moroccan student rescues a woman from a lake and leaves without sharing any contact information and a woman who borrowed US$175 from a pen pal 30 years ago to further her education recently reconnected with him. Photo: SCMP composite/Douyin
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.

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.

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.

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A man carries a liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder in Mumbai on Wednesday. India has implemented several measures to secure energy supplies and manage demand. Photo: EPA
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.

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Passengers affected by disruptions to Cathay Pacific flights to Riyadh and Dubai queue to make inquiries at the airline’s check-in counters at Hong Kong International Airport on Saturday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Trip Inspiration

Why the Year of the Fire Horse calls for travel on horseback

Saddle up for some thrilling horse-related spectacles and experiences with our top picks from around the world.

Spain

Fatal floods strike Spain and Portugal, thousands evacuating

Both countries have issued warnings over the potential fresh floods, after inundations blocked hundreds of roads and disrupted trains.

Banking & finance

FSDC urges Hong Kong to focus on Africa-Asia financial corridor

City can unlock opportunities providing capital for companies and Belt and Road Initiative infrastructure projects, advisory council says.

A view of Nairobi, Kenya. Photo: Shutterstock
Spain

Spain busts cocaine trafficking ring that used ‘floating bases’ at sea

Spain seizes 10 tonnes of drugs and arrests 105 suspects, while Portugal intercepts a record haul from a ‘narco-sub’.

A semi-submersible craft carrying cocaine that was intercepted off the Azores archipelago by Portuguese authorities. Photo: Forca Aerea Portuguesa via AFP
Donald Trump

Allies tepid on joining Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ as countries study invites

Some leaders sign on to the Trump-chaired body, but initial reaction from two key allies, France and Canada, was lukewarm.

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Belt and Road Initiative

US trade war? China had bigger plans in 2025 as ‘belt and road’ deals surged

China’s global infrastructure strategy logged a record US$213 billion of new deals in 2025, as metals projects in Central Asia soared, report finds.

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