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On the Desert’s Edge – World Affairs Journal, Michael J. Totten
“The city of Dakhla, Morocco is a seaside town on the edge of the Sahara Desert and closer to Africa’s tropical forests than to the Mediterranean on the continent’s north coast, yet the climate is...
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Morocco Prevents Religious Leaders from Participating in Politics – Al Arabiya
King Mohammed VI’s decree also stipulates establishing a commission to take care of complaints against religious institutions. Photo: Reuters . * King Mohammed VI’s decree prevents religious leaders,...
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Morocco’s King Mohammed VI Congratulates US President on Independence Day –...
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI . Maroc.ma (July 4, 2014) ― Morocco’s King Mohammed VI sent a message of congratulations to US President Barack Obama on the occasion of US Independence Day. The Sovereign...
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Islamic Banking Moves Forward in Morocco – Magharebia
Bank al-Maghrib will supervise Sharia-compliant banks as they open in Morocco. Photo: Davide Cesare Veniani/Creative Commons . * A range of financial products and services will be offered not only to...
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Morocco Counters Jihadism with Religion – Magharebia
Under a July 1st royal decree, religious leaders in Morocco will no longer be allowed to engage in politics. Photo: AFP/Fadel Senna . * “Morocco has adopted a multi-pronged approach to stemming...
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Benkirane: Morocco is an Example for the Region – Middle East Monitor
In January 2012, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI inaugurated a new government led by the Islamist Justice and Development Party, following the party’s victory in the early legislative elections in November...
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Snake Charmers and Storytellers: Marrakech’s Magical Medieval Heart – CNN
Central square in Morocco, Jemaa el-Fna is a teeming expanse of vendors, medicine men & people plying ancient entertainments such as acrobatics & snake charming. CNN . * In July CNNGo travels...
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Riding on the Marrakech Express – Hamilton Spectator
Turkish chair turns a corner into a restful spot. Photo: Jacob Langston, McClatchy-Tribune . * Look to Morocco for decor that is luxurious, powerful… Decorating with a touch of Moroccan design is like...
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Felipe VI on First Visit to Morocco as Spain’s King – Middle East Online
Morocco and Spain have enjoyed good relations in recent years. Morocco’s King Mohammed VI held talks on Monday in Rabat with King Felipe VI of Spain. Photo: MAP . * Spanish King to meet Moroccan PM,...
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Moroccan Argan Oil: Money Grows on Trees for Beauty Entrepreneur – The Telegraph
Entrepreneur Nora Belola manages operations in Morocco to bottle argan oil from the native argan tree and sell in Fortnum & Mason, before the tree-climbing goats devour the fruit. Photo: Fadel...
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Reinforcing Historic Relationship, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI Hosts King...
Morocco’s King Mohammed VI, accompanied by Prince Moulay Rachid, held talks on Monday at the Rabat Royal Palace with King Felipe VI of Spain. Morocco and Spain have enjoyed good relations in recent...
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Eat Like a Moroccan and Spoon up the Details – The Boston Globe
Photo: Josh Reynolds, Boston Globe * “Chicken bastila is a treasure: a little phyllo packet dusted with cinnamon and sugar and filled with shredded chicken and almonds, seasoned with cilantro and...
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Eid El Fitr on Tuesday in Morocco – Maroc Press
Casablanca will compete with the two existing financial hubs in Africa, in Johannesburg and Mauritius. Photo: Financial Times/Getty Maroc Press (July 27, 2014) — According to the calculations made by...
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Post-Hassanian Morocco – Anouar Majid, Tingis
On July 30th, 2014, Morocco celebrates 15 years under King Mohammed VI’s leadership. Photo: MAP * “Almost everything the new king did was revolutionary.” * Anouar Majid, Director, Center for Global...
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Full Text of King Mohammed VI’s Address to the Nation Marking Morocco’s...
King Mohammed VI delivers his address to the nation. Photo: MAP * King Mohammed VI addresses the nation on the 15th anniversary of his ascension to the throne, taking stock of the progress and...
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Interview: Ambassador Ed Gabriel on ‘World Brief w/ @AlyonaMink’ – HuffPost Live
Ambassador Edward Gabriel discusses how the 15th anniversary of King Mohammed VI’s rule has marked a milestone in the country’s political, social, and economic development. Photo: HuffPost Live *...
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(Video) Interview: Driss El Yazami, Morocco’s National Human Rights Council...
. Driss El Yazami, president of Morocco’s National Human Rights Council, was interviewed on Thursday, July 31 on “Charlie Rose.” Bloomberg TV . * Click here to watch Morocco’s Driss El Yazami...
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A Gendered Approach To Countering Violent Extremism – Brookings, Krista Couture
“A Gendered Approach To Countering Violent Extremism: Lessons Learned From Women In Peace-building and Conflict Prevention Applied Successfully In Bangladesh and Morocco,” a Brookings Federal Executive...
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Morocco to Foster Digital Culture – Magharebia
Morocco’s Economic, Social and Environmental Council on July 24th adopted a scheme to improve technology use in schools. Photo: AFP/Abdelhak Senna . * A new report out of Morocco calls on schools to...
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Forum: Morocco’s Emergence as a Gateway to Business in Africa – Atlantic Council
Left to right: Dr. J. Peter Pham, Africa Center director; H.E. Moulay Hafid Elalamy, Minister of industry, trade, investment, & the digital economy for the Kingdom of Morocco; Mohamed El Kettani,...
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