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Morocco World
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Morocco's Cultural Industries Gain Recognition from France
Rabat — Morocco's growing cultural and creative industries sector has received recognition from France's Ministry of Culture. In an article on its official website, the French ministry described Morocco as an 'artistic reservoir in continuous prosperity,' pointing out the country's progress in cinema, music, publishing, fashion, and design. The country has built a structured cultural and creative industries sector that includes training programs and cultural engineering projects. The article also put forward how digital technology plays an increasingly important role in Morocco's cultural landscape, adding how local studios and platforms have emerged, expanding opportunities for innovation in virtual reality technologies and video game development in the country. Strengthening Franco-Moroccan partnership In a move to boost the two countries' partnerships in both cultural and creative industries, particularly video games, French Culture Minister Rachida Dati visited Morocco in February and held talks with her Moroccan counterpart, Mehdi Bensaid. During her visit, the French minister reaffirmed her country's commitment to deepening cultural cooperation with Morocco. She announced plans for further discussions on the subject in 2026, saying, 'This partnership benefits both economies and extends to a wider ecosystem beyond our borders.' Meanwhile, ten French companies visited Rabat in December 2024 for the second edition of the Moroccan Forum for Cultural and Creative Industries. Seven Moroccan business leaders participated in the national forum 'Leadership for Culture,' held in Paris from July 1-3, where the country served as the guest of honor. Seven Moroccan innovative initiatives The French ministry further outlined seven Moroccan initiatives that reflect the vitality and diversity of Morocco's cultural and artistic scene. Young Moroccan entrepreneurs launched these projects, which include Mala-Studio's architectural heritage preservation work in Fez, the 'Anou' Cooperative's promotion of local living heritage and traditional crafts, and Les Bonnes Ondes podcast studio in Casablanca that produces socially conscious content. The initiatives also feature the Tamayouz Foundation for Cinema supporting female filmmakers, Flow Motion School as the country's first animation training institution, Ofoto Agency creating photographic exhibitions for cultural institutions, and the 'Mubdi' Project combining historical landmark discovery with modern technology education. Morocco's digital growth and innovation The North African country's cultural sector continues to evolve with digital advancement, according to the article. The emergence of local studios and platforms paved the way for new opportunities for creative professionals, where virtual reality technologies and video game development represent growing areas of innovation within Morocco's cultural industries. The article from France's Ministry of Culture recognizes Morocco's successful development of its cultural and creative sectors. The partnership between the two countries continues to strengthen through exchanges, forums, and collaborative programs that benefit entrepreneurs and artists in both nations. Tags: Moroccan CultureMorocco FranceMorocco's creative industry
Morocco World
16-07-2025
- Sport
- Morocco World
Official: Young Midfielder Mohamed Amine El Idrissi Joins PSG
Moroccan midfielder Mohamed Amine El Idrissi had officially completed a move to PSG on a free transfer. The 20-year-old, who captained Amiens' reserve team in the third division, has signed a one-year professional contract with the French champions. OFFICIEL !! Mohamed-Amine El Idrissi (2005) rejoint le Paris Saint-Germain et signe un contrat professionnel d'un an !! 🇲🇦✍️ L'ex capitaine de la réserve d'Amiens jouera avec l'équipe espoirs ! ❤️💙 — ICParisSG ❤️💙 (@icparissg_) July 15, 2025 El Idrissi will join PSG's U21 squad this summer and will be evaluated for potential inclusion in the first team. He is known for his tactical versatility, occupying three attacking roles. Early in his career, he played as a left-back, before evolving into playmaking and attacking midfield. The signing comes within the new French and European champions' policy in attracting new figures and young talents, to empower future players. The Franco-Moroccan Player was given a new step for his career, and he will reach a new level in one of the most competitive clubs in Europe.
Morocco World
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Morocco Gaming Expo 2025: French Delegation Backs Youth, Talent and Tech in Rabat
The Morocco Gaming Expo is back in Rabat, and this year it comes with a distinctly French twist. Running from 2 to 6 July at the city's Palais des Sports, the second edition of the expo has drawn a sizeable French delegation – some thirty professionals from studios, publishers, unions, and game design schools. At the heart of this cross-border cooperation are two initiatives: the Video Game Creator (VGC) and the Video Game Incubator (VGI). Both will be on full display at the expo, to push for the development of local talent and support emerging Moroccan studios. Launched earlier this year, VGC offers a ten-month certified programme blending technical training with creative rigour. Its counterpart, VGI, is already working with nine promising Moroccan studios, providing mentoring, bespoke training, and access to international experts. 'This joint presence of VGC and VGI, along with the French delegation, reflects the unique and structured partnership between France and Morocco in the gaming sector,' said Agnès Humruzian, Director General of the Institut français du Maroc. 'It's a sign of our commitment to building a strong and innovative ecosystem for Moroccan youth.' The initiative builds on a Franco-Moroccan declaration signed in October 2024 during President Macron's state visit to Morocco. It's backed by France's Fonds équipe France Création, aimed at tightening cultural and digital ties between the two countries. Beyond the formalities, it's also a chance for young Moroccan developers to rub shoulders with major industry names, explore the latest trends, and perhaps, get a foot in the door. Tags: AI technologyDigital creatorsExpo 2025gamingRabat
Ya Biladi
29-06-2025
- Ya Biladi
Mosque in Isère vandalized amid rising anti-Muslim acts in France
The El Hidaya Mosque in Roussillon, Isère (France), was vandalized overnight from June 27 to 28. Around 5 a.m., four masked individuals broke the entrance windows, overturned furniture, and posted hateful flyers on the mosque's walls. Several similar documents were also found scattered on the ground. The town's mayor, Robert Duranton, told ICI Isère that the evidence «suggests the perpetrators belong to the far-right movement». The attackers fled in a vehicle after the mosque's caretaker intervened. The mosque's religious association has filed a complaint, and an investigation is currently underway to identify those responsible. This attack is part of a broader and increasingly alarming trend. Just a few weeks ago, a man was arrested for desecrating the Errahma Mosque in Villeurbanne, where a burned copy of the Quran was left at the building's entrance. Around the same time, a halal butcher shop owned by a Franco-Moroccan in Haute-Garonne was targeted twice, with racist messages scrawled on its windows. In March, hateful graffiti defaced another halal butcher shop and a mosque in Haute-Savoie. According to figures released by French authorities, 79 anti-Muslim acts were recorded between January and March 2025— a 72% increase compared to the same period last year. This spike reflects a toxic climate increasingly fueled by hostile rhetoric toward Muslims, including from within French political circles.
Morocco World
23-06-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
French Equality Minister Aurore Bergé Begins Three-Day Morocco Visit
Marrakech – French Minister for Equality Aurore Bergé arrives in Morocco today for a three-day official visit focused on bilateral cooperation in women's rights and gender equality. The visit, taking place from June 23-25, builds on the strategic partnership King Mohammed VI and French President Emmanuel Macron launched in October 2024. In Rabat, Bergé will meet with Economy and Finance Minister Nadia Fettah Alaoui and her counterpart Naïma Ben Yahia, Minister of Solidarity, Social Integration, and Family. The ministers are expected to sign a joint declaration to strengthen Franco-Moroccan cooperation in preventing violence against women. Bergé's agenda includes discussions with key Moroccan officials, including Amina Bouayach, president of the National Human Rights Council (CNDH), Mbarka Bouaida, president of the Association of Moroccan Regions, Ahmed Abbadi, secretary general of the Rabita of Ulema, and royal advisor André Azoulay. Women's economic empowerment stands as a central focus of the visit. Bergé will tour the Safran Nacelles industrial site in Nouaceur near Casablanca and visit the Aeronautics Trades Institute to discuss women's training and their role in Morocco's economy. In Marrakech, the minister will explore social structures, including the Lalla Amina center for children without families, and visit facilities dedicated to women's economic empowerment. She will also evaluate field projects supported by the French Development Agency (AFD), including the 'Ajyal Equality' program, which works to support women victims of violence. A key diplomatic development expected during the visit is Morocco's planned inclusion among the group of states promoting feminist diplomacy. This move precedes an international conference on feminist diplomacy scheduled for October in Paris. Throughout her trip, Bergé will meet with the French community in Rabat, Casablanca, and Marrakech, which represents the largest foreign community in Morocco with over 50,000 citizens. The visit marks another layer in the Rabat-Paris bilateral relations, elevating gender equality from symbolic intentions to a foundation for strategic cooperation across economic, social, and diplomatic spheres. It follows France's recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over its southern provinces in Western Sahara in July 2024, and subsequent visits by French officials to Morocco's southern provinces, including Culture Minister Rachida Dati, French Senate President Gérard Larcher, AFD Director General Remy Rioux, among many others. Read also: King Mohammed VI May Visit France in Late 2025 or Early 2026 Tags: Morocco France Relations
