On October 29, 2026, King Abdullah II of Jordan sent a congratulatory message to King Mohammed VI of Morocco on the occasion of Unity Day, which is celebrated annually on October 31st. According to the Jordanian news agency, Petra, the King expressed his sincere congratulations and brotherly sentiments to King Mohammed VI, wishing him good health and the Moroccan people continued progress and prosperity.
This year's Unity Day celebration marks the first time Morocco has observed the holiday, following a royal decree issued in November 2025. The decree established October 31st as a national holiday to commemorate the significant shift in the Western Sahara issue, following the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2797. The resolution marked a major turning point in the region's history.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Fatima Zahra Mansouri, representing King Mohammed VI at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, emphasized that the King has consistently prioritized Africa in Morocco's foreign policy. In a speech during the summit's plenary session, Mansouri highlighted the King's commitment to Africa, which is reflected in several major initiatives aimed at strengthening Morocco's ties with the continent.
In other news, the Moroccan House of Representatives has denied reports that former parliamentarians were recruited to work in the institution based on their political affiliations. The House's administration described the claims as false and misleading, expressing surprise at the dissemination of such information. They emphasized that the recruitment process is based on merit and professional qualifications.
On October 28, 2026, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Ahmed Touizi, received the Yemeni Ambassador to Morocco, Azzeddine Said Al-Asabhi. During the meeting, Al-Asabhi handed Touizi a congratulatory message from the Yemeni Speaker of Parliament, congratulating him on his election as Speaker of the Moroccan House of Representatives.
In sports news, Karim Klaiyi, a member of the Casablanca City Council and the Committee for the Management and Monitoring of Sports Facilities, has reassured Wydad fans about the condition of the Arabi Zaouli stadium's grass ahead of the team's match against Moghreb Tétouan. Klaiyi explained that the stadium's management is currently undergoing a transition phase between the outgoing and incoming operators.
The University of Mohammed V in Rabat has announced the opening of the Higher School of Business Administration, marking the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year. The establishment of this institution aims to diversify the university's offerings and strengthen its connections with the economic and professional environment, both locally and internationally.
Key points
- King Abdullah II of Jordan congratulates King Mohammed VI on Morocco's Unity Day.
- Morocco celebrates Unity Day for the first time, following a royal decree issued in November 2025.
- The University of Mohammed V in Rabat opens the Higher School of Business Administration.
