Arabic News Weekly Edition for Morocco, 10/25/1999
Weekly Edition, Morocco - Week of October 25, 1999
- King Mohammed renews pledge to reform administration
King Mohammed VI on Friday renewed a pledge to reform the administration to ensure a better performance. Morocco, Politics, 10/30/1999 - Moroccan government to start action on reform in government
The Moroccan government on Thursday announced practical measures to address the situation that worsened social and economic disparities in the country. Morocco, Politics, 10/30/1999 - King's courageous and deep reforms gains Morocco wide support
Youssoufi stated that the Moroccan people's union around the throne does not only reflect the people attachment to the monarchy, symbol of its unity, but also the international community support to a monarch who "backs and conducts with determination courageous and deep reforms." Morocco, Politics, 10/30/1999 - No to fishing accord, yes to onshore cooperation, Khyari says
Fishery Minister Thami Khyari said Morocco means to make of the fishery sector the engine of the country's economic growth. Morocco, Economics, 10/30/1999 - New London-Marrakesh direct flight as of Sunday
The Moroccan carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) will service as of Sunday two direct London-Marrakesh flights every Thursday and Sunday. Morocco, Business, 10/30/1999 - Morocco, Czech Republic sign cooperation protocol
Morocco and the Czech Republic signed earlier this week in Prague a protocol of cooperation between their foreign departments. Morocco-Czech Republic, Politics, 10/30/1999 - UN chief urges Morocco and Polisario to continue cooperation to complete identification process
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan, in a new report to the Security Council, urged Morocco and the Polisario to carry on cooperation for the identification of three contested tribes to complete the operation in due time, i.e. December 1999. Morocco-UN, Politics, 10/30/1999 - Moroccan harbors account for 98% of trade exchange
Moroccan harbors account for the transit of 98% of Morocco's external trade exchanges, said Thursday the equipment department secretary general, Mehdi Benzekri. Morocco, Economics, 10/30/1999 - Morocco - China fishery cooperation enhanced
Moroccan and Chinese officials' meetings have helped pinpoint further cooperation opportunities in the fishery sector, namely sea-products valorization, fishing-gear technology, halieutic research and maritime training. Morocco-China, Economics, 10/30/1999 - Morocco hosts next month Hassan II golf trophy starting November 11
Distinguished amateur and professional golf female and male players from Africa, Europe and America are expected to show up together with the winners of the Moroccan trophy and open, Miguel Angel Martin and Santiago Luna. Morocco, Sports, 10/30/1999 - Belgian national heads MINURSO Morocco-Belgium, Politics, 10/30/1999
- King Mohammed meets Martin Indyk Morocco-USA, Politics, 10/30/1999
- French president pays brief visit to Morocco
Meanwhile, French Premier Lionel Jospin will pay an official visit to Morocco next week to co-chair with his Moroccan peer, Abderrahmane Youssoufi, the third annual meeting of the two countries' heads of government, it was officially announced in Rabat today. Morocco-France, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Moroccan post issues stamp in contribution to anti-poverty campaign Morocco, Economics, 10/29/1999
- Morocco, China call for more comprehensive cooperation
Morocco and China have both called for more comprehensive cooperation between the two countries and for deeper friendship between the two peoples. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Lisbon North-South dialogue forum opens Morocco-International, Politics, 10/29/1999
- King Mohammed , President Zemin hold talks in Rabat
King Mohammed VI and President Jiang Zemin of China held in Rabat Thursday two rounds of talks. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Experts of Arab childhood, development council in Morocco Morocco, Culture, 10/29/1999
- Italy swaps $100 million debt owed by Morocco
Italy will swap $100 million in debts owed by Morocco into public investments, under an accord concluded between the two sides. Morocco-Italy, Politics, 10/29/1999 - King Mohammed praises china's impartial stand in Sahara issue
King Mohammed VI on Thursday praised the "impartial stand" of the People's Republic of China in the Sahara issue. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Moroccan delegation to African human rights meeting in Algiers returns home
The Moroccan delegation to the second session of the coordination committee of African national institutions dealing with the promotion and protection of human rights held in Algiers left the Algerian capital city on Thursday. Algeria-Morocco-Africa, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Moroccan secretary of state for cooperation visits Poland and Czech Republic
Moroccan secretary of state for cooperation, Aicha Belarbi paid this October 24 through 28 a working visit to Poland. Morocco-Poland, Politics, 10/29/1999 - President Zemin of China lauds Morocco's efforts for South-South cooperation
President Jiang Zemin of China on Thursday lauded Morocco's efforts for the consolidation of South-South cooperation. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Morocco, UNESCO agree to create university chair on women's rights in Morocco
Morocco and the UNESCO signed in Paris Thursday an agreement creating a university chair on women's rights in Morocco. Morocco, Culture, 10/29/1999 - Moroccan, Jordanian Senates to set up friendship group
The Moroccan and Jordanian Senates have agreed to set up a group of friendship and cooperation to consolidate ties between the two legislative institutions. Morocco-Jordan, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Government studies law to alleviate civil servants' over-indebtedness Morocco, Economics, 10/29/1999
- King Mohammed calls world to help Africa
King Mohammed VI on Thursday urged the international community to help Africa fend off a serious catastrophe. Morocco-Africa, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Moroccan, French, Belgian railway partnership enhanced Morocco, Politics, 10/29/1999
- Beijing ready to cooperate with Morocco in water desalination
China said it was ready to cooperate with Morocco for the carrying out of a nuclear energy sea water desalination unit in southern Morocco. Morocco-China, Economics, 10/29/1999 - Al Alam reports trouble in Tindouf camps
A strained atmosphere prevails lately in Tindouf camps in the aftermath of a rebellion within the Polisario's leadership, reports the Al Alam daily of the Istiqlal party (government). Morocco, Politics, 10/29/1999 - Morocco participates in Tokyo's African fair
Morocco is taking part this October 28 through November 1 in the African fair of Tokyo with seven pavilions. Morocco-Japan, Economics, 10/29/1999 - Sailboat's American crew rescued in Moroccan waters
Six American nationals on board the sailboat "Wife Of Bath" were rescued Sunday 34 miles west of the Mehdia Harbor on the Atlantic. Morocco, Local, 10/29/1999 - ONCF gets 55 million euros financing
The National Railways Office (ONCF) and the European Investment Bank passed Tuesday in Luxemburg a contract extending ONCF a 55 million euro financing. Morocco, Business, 10/29/1999 - Chinese president gets royal welcome in Morocco
President Jiang Zemin of the People's Republic of China was given a royal welcome in Rabat this Thursday by King Mohammed VI. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/28/1999 - French president in Morocco friday Morocco-France, Politics, 10/28/1999
- King Mohammed VI gets message from King Abdullah of Jordan Morocco-Jordan, Politics, 10/28/1999
- Sudanese official in Rabat to get informed on Morocco's political experience
Mohamed Ahmed Salem, the official in charge of political organizations in Sudan, is currently visiting Morocco to get informed about Morocco's political and democratic experience. Morocco-Sudan, Politics, 10/28/1999 - Spanish ambassador calls for mutually-profitable partnership with Morocco
Spain's ambassador in Morocco, Jorge Descallar, called in Casablanca Wednesday for Morocco and Spain to establish a mutually-profitable partnership, stressing that King Mohammed VI is resolved to consolidate bilateral relations. Morocco-Spain, Economics, 10/28/1999 - King Mohammed meets Gabonese president Morocco-Gabon, Politics, 10/28/1999
- Moroccan wine production reaches unprecedented heights Morocco, Economics, 10/28/1999
- Dutch foundation's delegation visit social facilities in Oujda
A 17-member delegation of the Dutch foundation "Benafrica Arnhem," who arrived on Wednesday in Oujda will visit a number of social institutions and vocational training centers. Morocco-Netherlands, Politics, 10/28/1999 - Moroccan minister attends preparatory meeting of WTO ministerial conference
Moroccan Minister of Industry, Trade and Handicraft Alami Tazi took part last Monday and Tuesday in an informal preparatory meeting for the World Trade Organization's ministerial conference in Seattle (next November). Morocco, Politics, 10/28/1999 - Mediterranean agronomists probe irrigation techniques in Rabat
Mediterranean agronomists and researchers ahve gathered in Rabat since Wednesday to exchange views and findings in the fields of irrigation and drainage. Regional-Morocco, Agriculture, 10/28/1999 - Golf: Payne In Moroccan Hearts
Payne Stewart was no household item in Morocco, but the golfing audience as well as your average Moroccan would definitely know and remember the smile and zest of the man they saw as the most eccentric, yet irresistibly charming, golf ace to have ever trodden the incredibly green grass of what had become his "home." Morocco-USA, People, 10/28/1999 - Islamic ambassadors take leave from King Mohammed Morocco-International, Politics, 10/28/1999
- Casablanca water and power company backs Morocco's World Cup bid
The Casablanca water and power supply company LYDEC on Wednesday agreed to contribute to Morocco's bid to host the 2006 World Cup. Morocco, Politics, 10/28/1999 - Moroccan minister, Dallas mayor meet over city management
Moroccan minister of social development, solidarity, employment and vocational training, Khalid Alioua, met in Dallas on Wednesday the mayor of Dallas, Ronald Kirk, on local management. Morocco-USA, Economics, 10/28/1999 - Farmers get perks as incentives for the season
The department of agriculture has announced a series of perks and incentives to Moroccan farmers to help them start, in adequate conditions, a promising agricultural season. Morocco, Agriculture, 10/28/1999 - Chinese president in Morocco today
Chinese President Jiang Zemin is expected in Rabat this Wednesday for a four-day official visit at the invitation of King Mohammed VI. Morocco-China, Politics, 10/27/1999 - Gabonese President Visits Morocco Morocco-Gabon, Politics, 10/27/1999
- Morocco's participation in African human rights meeting in Algiers, a positive sign
Morocco's participation in the African Human Rights meeting in Algiers aims in the first instance to "consolidate relations between the two brotherly countries" under the leadership of King Mohammed VI and President Abdelaziz bouteflika. Algeria-Morocco, Politics, 10/27/1999 - Communication minister calls for meeting on public media Morocco, Politics, 10/27/1999
- Jordanian Senate speaker meets Youssoufi and Essaid
Premier Abderrahmane Youssoufi met in Rabat Tuesday evening with visiting Jordanian Senate Speaker, Zayd Arrifai. Morocco-Jordan, Politics, 10/27/1999 - Morocco, Belgium sign economic-cultural accord
Morocco and Belgium concluded in Rabat on Tuesday a tripartite cooperation accord binding Morocco, the French community and the Wallony region in Belgium. Morocco-Belgium, Economics, 10/27/1999 - Spanish fleet doomed to stay at berth, Spanish sources say
The Spanish fleet fishing in Moroccan waters will have to stay at berth as of November 30 when the Moroccan EU fishing agreement expires, a Spanish official said. Morocco-Spain, Politics, 10/27/1999 - Moroccan foreign debt worth $18 billion US
Morocco's foreign debt stood at $18.3 billion in 1998, recording a 6.7 % decrease, the finance and economy department disclosed Tuesday. Morocco, Economics, 10/27/1999 - Morocco's trade and industry minister in Italy
Moroccan minister of trade, industry and handicraft, Alami Tazi, started on Tuesday a two-day visit to Italy which is hosting a Moroccan-Italian business workshop. Morocco, Economics, 10/27/1999 - Moroccan Minister Chairs Morocco's Days in Dallas Morocco, Culture, 10/27/1999
- ONEP upgrades management
The Moroccan public drinking water company, ONEP, has entrusted the German firm Siemens Business Services with updating its management and computer system for a total amount of $13.7 million. Morocco, Business, 10/27/1999 - Unemployed school graduates demonstrate in Rabat Morocco, Politics, 10/27/1999
- Morocco, still leader of world phosphates market
Morocco's state-run phosphates corporation (OCP) maintained in 1998 its position as leader of the world phosphates market with a turnover of $ 1.5 billion. Morocco, Economics, 10/27/1999 - Morocco is not responsible for referendum delay, minister says
Morocco is not responsible for the delay in the referendum in the Sahara and wishes to see the consultation held, Morocco's territory management, environment, town planing and environment minister, Mohamed Yazghi, said. Morocco, Politics, 10/26/1999 - King Mohammed chairs royal follow-up committee on Sahara
King Mohammed VI chaired Monday the first meeting of the Royal Commission in Charge of Saharan Affairs Follow-up and issued instructions to earmark special funds to create jobs for the unemployed in southern provinces. Morocco, Politics, 10/26/1999 - Morocco strives to reopen borders with Algeria, minister
Morocco is striving to reopen land borders with Algeria, the Moroccan territory management, environment, town-planning and environment minister, Mohamed Yazghi, said. Morocco-Algeria, Politics, 10/26/1999 - Trophies for social action awarded to Moroccan and French associations
The awarding ceremony of the solidarity trophies, dubbed "les trophees Tadamoun," was held in Paris on Sunday to reward several Moroccan and French associations, working in favor of poor children. Morocco-France, Culture, 10/26/1999 - Speaker of Jordanian senate meets Moroccan representatives Morocco-Jordan, Politics, 10/26/1999
- Youssoufi gets Lisbon North-South Forum 99 Prize
Premier Abderrahman Youssoufi and former European commissionner Emma Bonino will be awarded Friday the Lisbon North-South Forum 99 Prize with President Jorge Sampaio and Portuguese Cabinet members attending. Morocco, Politics, 10/26/1999 - Head of Belgian Wallony government meets Morocco's premier
The minister-president of the Belgian Wallony government, Elio Di Rupo, who started on Monday a three day-visit to Morocco, held a meeting in the evening with Moroccan Prime Minister Abderrahmane Youssoufi. Morocco-Belgium, Politics, 10/26/1999 - State-run media stage protest Morocco, Politics, 10/26/1999
- Israel should abide by Oslo agreement, says Moroccan minister
Moroccan Housing Minister Mohamed El Yazghi said Israel ought to respect commitments made in Oslo and enforce agreements passed by Israelis and Palestinians in the presence of sponsors. Morocco, Politics, 10/26/1999 - Moroccan minister ties food security to improvement of rural youth skills
Moroccan agriculture, rural development and fisheries minister, Habib Malki, said Monday food security depends on the improvement of the rural youth skills and mobilization. Morocco, Economics, 10/26/1999 - Spanish fishery pressure-groups critical of EU
Spanish fishery pressure groups strongly criticized the European Union of planning to destroy the fleet operating in Moroccan waters and giving away Spanish agriculture if talks with Morocco take place. Morocco-Spain, Economics, 10/26/1999 - Moroccan dentist calls for unified Maghreban dental medicine syllabi
Prof. Mohamed Himmich, honorary dean of the medicine school of Casablanca, called Sunday for a unified syllabi of dental medicine in the Maghreb as a tool to coordinate efforts and research in the field. Maghreb-Morocco, Health, 10/26/1999 - Morocco attends African human rights meeting in Algiers
Morocco is taking part in the second session of the coordination committee of African national institutions dealing with the promotion and protection of human rights to open proceedings this Tuesday in Algiers. Regional-Morocco-Africa, Politics, 10/26/1999 - Morocco honored at Dallas first African festival
Morocco will be honored at Dallas' first African festival, October 28-31, featuring "Morocco 99" events with the participation of Moroccan artists and officials. Morocco-USA, Economics, 10/26/1999 - Head of Belgian Wallony government in Morocco
The minister-president of the Belgian Wallony government, Elio Di Rupo, is expected in Rabat this Monday on a three day-visit to Morocco. Morocco-Belgium, Politics, 10/25/1999 - Speaker of Jordan's senate in Morocco Morocco-Jordan, Politics, 10/25/1999
- Moroccan public media professionals stage sit-in
Journalists working at the Moroccan public media will stage Tuesday a sit-in before the Economy and Finance Ministry to claim financial improvements. Morocco, Culture, 10/25/1999 - Moroccan environment minister winds up visit to Paris
Moroccan minister in charge of territory planning, environment, urbanism and housing, Mohamed Yazghi, on Saturday wound up a three-day visit to Paris at the invitation of French peer, Dominique Voynet. Morocco-France, Environment, 10/25/1999 - Major world companies to meet for Morocco telecom 2000
The first international exhibition of telecommunication, information and networking "Morocco telecom 2000" slated for next April is expected to bring together major world telecommunication companies. Morocco, Business, 10/25/1999 - Morocco's Khannouchi breaks world marathon record in chicago
Rachid Khannouchi on Sunday braved Chicago's icy weather not only to win the city's prestigious marathon but to shatter the World record and become the first Moroccan athlete to succeed such a feast. Morocco, Sports, 10/25/1999 - English golfer wins Marrakesh Palmeraies open Morocco, Sports, 10/25/1999