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King Mohammed VI

Also known as: His Majesty King Mohammed VI

King of Morocco whose 27-year reign has focused on institutional reforms, infrastructure investment, and Western Sahara sovereignty recognition from the U.S., France, and Ghana.

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Ministry said the approach reached a new stage with the Joint Declaration of April 7, 2022, following a meeting between King Mohammed VI and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

    Morocco rejects Spain blame game, warns against using kingdom as political pawn
  3. August 2026
  4. Joy Online

    The Moroccan minister was in Cali at the “Very High Instructions” of King Mohammed VI to represent the Sovereign at the investiture ceremony of Colombia’s new President, Abelardo de la Espriella.

    Colombia recognises Morocco’s sovereignty over Sahara, signals new chapter in bilateral ties
  5. The Chronicle

    E History The renewed commitment was underscored at a reception in Accra to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the enthronement of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco.

    Morocco, Ghana Charts new path for economic and investment cooperation
  6. Joy Online

    The renewed commitment was underscored at a reception in Accra to commemorate the 27th anniversary of the enthronement of His Majesty King Mohammed VI of Morocco.

    Morocco, Ghana chart new path for economic and investment cooperation
  7. Joy Online

    Trump Highway,” presenting the decision as a symbol of the close relationship between King Mohammed VI and US President Donald Trump, as well as the longstanding strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States.

    Morocco names Tiznit-Dakhla Expressway after Trump
  8. Joy Online

    The reaffirmation was contained in a message to King Mohammed VI to mark the 27th anniversary of Morocco’s Throne Day, according to a statement from Morocco’s Royal Office.

    Trump reaffirms US backing for Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
  9. Joy Online

    Trump Highway”, describing the move as a tribute to the close relationship between King Mohammed VI and US President Donald Trump, as well as the longstanding strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States.

    Morocco names major expressway after Donald Trump
  10. Joy Online

    President Trump congratulated King Mohammed VI and the Moroccan people, highlighting the longstanding ties between the two countries.

    Trump reaffirms U.S. recognition of Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara
  11. July 2026
  12. Joy Online

    The Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in Ghana hosted a distinguished reception on Thursday in Accra to mark the 27th anniversary of the accession of King Mohammed VI to the Throne of His Glorious Ancestors.

    Morocco Embassy celebrates 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI, tout economic achievements
  13. Joy Online

    King Mohammed VI has called for the consolidation of Morocco’s recent achievements and the opening of a new development cycle focused on economic growth, social progress and stronger national sovereignty.

    Morocco enters ‘new development cycle’ as King Mohammed VI highlights economic growth and industrial rise
World & Region

Morocco defends bilateral ties with Spain, rejects blame accusations

The News

Morocco's Foreign Ministry rejected what it described as renewed accusations from Spanish political and media circles, stating that relations with Madrid should be based on mutual respect, dialogue and cooperation. The Ministry highlighted the 2022 Joint Declaration with Spain and cited tangible results in trade, security cooperation and migration efforts.

12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 12 September

  1. Morocco defends bilateral ties with Spain, rejects blame accusations

    Morocco's Foreign Ministry rejected what it described as renewed accusations from Spanish political and media circles, stating that relations with Madrid should be based on mutual respect, dialogue and cooperation. The Ministry highlighted the 2022 Joint Declaration with Spain and cited tangible results in trade, security cooperation and migration efforts.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 10 August

  1. Colombia recognises Morocco's sovereignty over Sahara

    Colombia announced on Friday that it recognises Morocco's sovereignty over the Sahara's southern provinces, withdrawing its recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic and marking what officials called a significant shift in bilateral relations.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 6 August

  1. Ghana and Morocco deepen cooperation on trade and investment

    Ghana and Morocco have reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral relations following the Second Session of the Ghana-Morocco Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation, with renewed focus on trade, investment and sectoral cooperation. The two countries have agreed to establish a Ghana-Morocco Economic and Investment Forum led by the private sector to facilitate greater commercial engagement in areas including industry, hydrocarbons, mining, energy efficiency, and agriculture.

    6 August 2026 · The Chronicle

  2. Ghana and Morocco deepen economic and investment cooperation

    Ghana and Morocco have reaffirmed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through the Second Session of the Ghana-Morocco Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation, focusing on trade, investment, and sectoral cooperation in areas including industry, mining, energy, and agriculture. The two countries have agreed to establish a Ghana-Morocco Economic and Investment Forum led by the private sector to facilitate greater commercial engagement.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 2 August

  1. Morocco names major expressway after US President Trump

    Morocco has named the Tiznit-Dakhla Expressway the "Donald J. Trump Highway" to honour US-Morocco relations and the 2020 American recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara. The 1,055-kilometre expressway connects northern and southern Morocco and forms a strategic link between Europe and Africa.

    2 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Trump reaffirms US recognition of Morocco's Western Sahara sovereignty

    US President Donald Trump reaffirmed Washington's recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara and backed Morocco's autonomy proposal as the only basis for resolving the long-running territorial dispute, warning that alternative approaches would only prolong it.

    2 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Morocco names Tiznit-Dakhla Expressway after Donald Trump

    Morocco has named the Tiznit-Dakhla Expressway the "Donald J. Trump Highway" as a tribute to the relationship between King Mohammed VI and US President Donald Trump and their countries' strategic partnership. King Mohammed VI cited the United States' 2020 recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over the Sahara and said the 1,055-kilometre highway, which links northern and southern Morocco, enhances territorial connectivity just as Trump's leadership brought the two countries closer.

    2 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 1 August

  1. Trump reaffirms U.S. recognition of Morocco's Western Sahara sovereignty

    President Trump has reaffirmed the United States' recognition of Morocco's sovereignty over Western Sahara and backed Morocco's Autonomy Proposal as the only basis for resolving the territorial dispute, in a message to King Mohammed VI on Morocco's Throne Day.

    1 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 31 July

  1. Morocco Embassy marks King Mohammed VI's 27-year reign anniversary

    The Embassy of Morocco in Ghana hosted a reception in Accra to celebrate the 27th anniversary of King Mohammed VI's accession to the throne. Ambassador Imane Ouaadil highlighted the kingdom's reforms over 27 years, including institutional strengthening, social protection expansion, and infrastructure investment, and underscored Morocco's role as a partner for peace and development in Africa.

    31 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 30 July

  1. King Mohammed VI calls for new development cycle in Morocco

    In a speech marking the 27th anniversary of his accession to the throne, King Mohammed VI called for consolidation of Morocco's recent achievements and a new development cycle focused on economic growth, social progress and national sovereignty. He cited economic growth of about 4.9% in 2025 and described the country's political stability and security as strategic assets enabling implementation of major projects.

    30 July 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 23 July

  1. Ghana backs Morocco's autonomy plan for Sahara dispute resolution

    Ghana considers Morocco's autonomy plan as the only realistic and lasting basis for resolving the Sahara issue, according to a joint communiqué issued after talks between Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita in Accra. Ghana also welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2797, which supports the UN Secretary-General's facilitation of negotiations based on Morocco's autonomy proposal.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana and Morocco sign 11 bilateral cooperation agreements

    Ghana and Morocco have signed 11 cooperation agreements covering aviation, trade, education, mining, sports and scientific research to strengthen bilateral relations. The agreements were signed during the Second Session of the Ghana-Morocco Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation in Accra.

    23 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 21 July

  1. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco $25bn Atlantic gas pipeline

    West African leaders have endorsed the legal and institutional framework for the Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The 6,800-kilometre pipeline is intended to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets through existing connections.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. ECOWAS endorses Nigeria–Morocco gas pipeline framework

    West African leaders have backed the legal and institutional framework for the 6,800-kilometre Nigeria–Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline at an ECOWAS summit in Freetown, Sierra Leone. The project, developed by Nigeria's NNPC and Morocco's ONHYM, aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially supply European markets.

    21 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 24 May

  1. King Mohammed VI pardons Senegalese fans convicted at AFCON

    Morocco's King Mohammed VI has granted a royal pardon to Senegalese football supporters convicted of offences during the Africa Cup of Nations tournament hosted by Morocco from December 2025 to January 2026, on humanitarian grounds and in recognition of ties between the two nations.

    24 May 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 21 May

  1. France reiterates Sahara's future lies within Moroccan sovereignty

    French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that France supports the position that "the present and future of the Sahara lie within the framework of Moroccan sovereignty" and backs Morocco's autonomy plan as the basis for a political solution, citing UN Security Council Resolution 2797.

    21 May 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 7 May

  1. Digital technologies essential for stronger African health systems

    WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said digital innovations and artificial intelligence can help build resilient health systems across Africa, particularly as cuts to international aid shift focus toward health sovereignty and strategic national investments.

    7 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 1 May

  1. U.S. Deputy Secretary praises Morocco's vision, leadership

    U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau commended King Mohammed VI and President Donald Trump for their vision and leadership in strengthening the 250-year U.S.–Morocco partnership, citing the country as an essential strategic partner in North Africa and on the international stage.

    1 May 2026 · Daily Guide

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