Latest news with #Yabiladi.com
Ya Biladi
12-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
France : «Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara no longer up for discussion»
French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, is set to meet with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, on April 14 in Paris. Last week, Barrot had already mentioned this upcoming meeting with Bourita to MPs, although he did not specify the date. The meeting was confirmed by French authorities during a press conference yesterday, Thursday. This encounter is part of the new Franco-Moroccan partnership, officially relaunched in October 2024 after several months of diplomatic tensions. ?? #France reaffirms its recognition of #Morocco 's sovereignty over the #Sahara — (@yabiladi_fr) April 11, 2025 When asked by a Spanish journalist about the reasons for this visit, the spokesperson for the Quai d'Orsay clarified that the trip had been «planned for a long time» and aimed to «address topics of common interest» between the two countries, without providing further details. Pressed further by the same journalist regarding France's position on the Sahara issue, Paris made its stance clear. «Now that France has recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, it is no longer a topic of discussion» between the French and Moroccan Foreign Ministers, the ministry's spokesperson stated. The announcement of the meeting coincides with a United Nations Security Council briefing on the Sahara issue, scheduled for the same day, April 14. France holds the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April.
Ya Biladi
11-04-2025
- Politics
- Ya Biladi
France : «Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara no longer up for discussion»
French Minister for European Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, is set to meet with his Moroccan counterpart, Nasser Bourita, on April 14 in Paris. Last week, Barrot had already mentioned this upcoming meeting with Bourita to MPs, although he did not specify the date. The meeting was confirmed by French authorities during a press conference yesterday, Thursday. This encounter is part of the new Franco-Moroccan partnership, officially relaunched in October 2024 after several months of diplomatic tensions. ?? #France reaffirms its recognition of #Morocco 's sovereignty over the #Sahara — (@yabiladi_fr) April 11, 2025 When asked by a Spanish journalist about the reasons for this visit, the spokesperson for the Quai d'Orsay clarified that the trip had been «planned for a long time» and aimed to «address topics of common interest» between the two countries, without providing further details. Pressed further by the same journalist regarding France's position on the Sahara issue, Paris made its stance clear. «Now that France has recognized Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara, it is no longer a topic of discussion» between the French and Moroccan Foreign Ministers, the ministry's spokesperson stated. The announcement of the meeting coincides with a United Nations Security Council briefing on the Sahara issue, scheduled for the same day, April 14. France holds the presidency of the Security Council for the month of April.
Ya Biladi
22-02-2025
- Business
- Ya Biladi
Macron inaugurates Paris Agriculture Fair with Moroccan PM Akhannouch
French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated the Salon International de l'Agriculture (SIA) in Paris this Saturday morning, joined by Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch. Emmanuel Macron ?? et Aziz Akhannouch ?? ont officiellement inauguré le Salon International de l'agriculture de Paris avec le Maroc comme pays à l'honneur ? — (@yabiladi_fr) February 22, 2025 Alongside Macron, Akhannouch cut the ribbon to officially open the 61st edition, where Morocco is the first foreign guest of honor. A large Moroccan delegation attended, including Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari, Moroccan Ambassador to France Samira Sitail, and key figures from the agricultural sector and French government. The Prime Minister also signed the Salon's guest book. Le chef du gouvernement marocain et le MAE français ont pris le temps de discuter avec de nombreux exposants marocains et de goûter aux nombreux produits du terroir? — (@yabiladi_fr) February 22, 2025 This invitation underscores the strength of the Franco-Moroccan partnership and highlights Morocco's role as a regional leader in sustainable and innovative agriculture. The 476 m² Moroccan pavilion will showcase the country's diverse and rich terroir. SIA 2025, themed «French Pride», is expected to draw over 600,000 visitors, with 1,000 exhibitors spread across 16 hectares and 4,000 animals on display. Morocco's guest of honor status is mirrored by another major agricultural event: next April, France will be the guest of honor at the Salon International de l'Agriculture au Maroc (SIAM) in Meknes, reflecting the strong agricultural ties between the two nations in addressing food security and water resource management.
