AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHumanitarian Diplomacy: Morocco reaffirmed its humanitarian approach in Rabat, tying it to HM King Mohammed VI’s vision and stressing civilian protection, shared responsibility, and respect for international humanitarian law. Press Freedom: Moroccan police arrested dissident journalist Ali Lmrabet at Tangier airport; RSF says he’s being investigated over alleged dissemination of false information harming constitutional institutions. Rail & Infrastructure: The African Development Bank approved €205m to extend Morocco’s high-speed rail along the Kenitra–Marrakech corridor and upgrade links around the Casablanca hub. Weather & Climate Governance: Morocco’s government backed a bill to create an autonomous national weather and climate agency, making it the sole official source of forecasts and warnings. Education: 337,192 students passed Morocco’s 2026 baccalaureate exams (81.6% overall), with 64,586 passing the resit session. World Cup Aftermath: Morocco’s quarter-final run ended with a 2-0 loss to France, but the Atlas Lions still topped Africa’s World Cup earnings with $31.5m; meanwhile, FIFA’s Infantino floated a 64-team World Cup for 2030. Sports & Society: Teachers protested demanding Saturday off and an 18-hour workweek, while a 17-year-old died in France after falling from a truck during celebrations of France’s win over Morocco.
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