AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWorld Cup Shock: Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time, sending the Dutch to their earliest exit and booking a Round of 16 clash with Canada in Houston on July 4. Rabat & Morocco in the Spotlight: The win sparked celebrations and street unrest, including clashes with police in The Hague and late-night jubilation in Casablanca. Coach Fallout: Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman resigned after the shootout loss, while Dutch officials said they will pursue action over racist online abuse aimed at players who missed penalties. Next Up for Atlas Lions: Morocco’s Noussair Mazraoui urged humility as the team prepares for Canada, with Yassine Bounou again central in the shootout. Regional Diplomacy: In Rabat, Qatar was elected to the ACAO executive council and key aviation committees during meetings held June 29-30. Fertilizer Relief: In the U.S., Trump temporarily lifted countervailing duties on Moroccan phosphate fertilizer, easing pressure on farmers ahead of the 2027 planting season. Investment Push: The European Investment Bank plans to channel over €700 million into Morocco in 2026, backing projects from energy to education.
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