RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – OCP has advanced its energy transition strategy by bringing three solar power plants, together totaling 202 MWp, into operation, an achievement announced on December 1 in Khouribga. The facilities, developed by OCP Green Energy, are located in Benguerir (67 MWp), Foum Tizi (30 MWp), and Oulad Farès in Khouribga (105 MWp), the latter now the largest operational photovoltaic park in Morocco.
The project is part of the first phase of the green electricity programme launched in 2022 and benefits from grid-connection agreements with ONEE, which enable the transmission of the generated energy to the group’s industrial sites.

Investment of around €165 million

Construction of the three plants required an investment of approximately 1.8 billion dirhams, or about €165 million, supported in part by €100 million in financing from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the German development bank KfW.
The electricity produced, estimated to cost around €33/MWh, will power OCP Green Water’s desalination stations as well as several strategic industrial facilities, helping reduce the group’s carbon footprint.

Target: 1.2 GW of Green Capacity by 2027

These plants form part of OCP’s broader green investment plan (2023–2027), valued at $13 billion, aimed at boosting the production of green fertilisers and achieving carbon neutrality by 2040. The group plans to continue expanding its renewable energy capacity with the goal of reaching 1.2 GW by 2027 and more than 2 GW by 2032, supplying 100% of its industrial operations with clean energy. OCP also intends to develop at least 2 GWh of energy storage capacity.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – “I had thought about playing for Morocco, but despite all the love and respect I have for Morocco, I’ve always wanted to play in the European Championships.” Lamine Yamal, 18-year-old Barcelona forward, explained in an interview with the program “60 Minutes Overtime” his preference for Spain, although he could have chosen to represent the country where his father was born. A winning choice, given that he contributed to the Red Furies’ success in 2024. But Yamal is also now dreaming of the World Cup: “Spain will win.”

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WASHINGTON (USA) (ITALPRESS) – The day after the group stage draw, FIFA will also unveil the 2026 World Cup schedule: the event is scheduled for Saturday at 12:00 p.m. in Washington, D.C. (6:00 p.m. Italian time).

President Gianni Infantino will take the stage, accompanied by FIFA Legends, while representatives of all 42 teams already qualified and those still in contention will be in attendance.

The stadiums and kick-off times for the 104 matches will be confirmed during the live broadcast. The final schedule will be available in March, once the intercontinental and European play-offs, which will decide the last six remaining spots, have been played.

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MARRAKECH (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – The 19th edition of the World Water Congress opened on Monday, December 1, 2025, in Marrakech under the theme “Water in a Changing World: Innovation and Adaptation.” Co-organised by Morocco’s Ministry of Equipment and Water and the International Water Resources Association (IWRA), the event, running until December 5, offers a major platform to explore innovative solutions, advanced strategies and adaptive approaches for the sustainable management of water resources in a rapidly shifting global context.

The congress brings together experts, researchers, policymakers, civil society representatives and private-sector stakeholders to share knowledge, present cutting-edge research, build partnerships and develop concrete solutions to the complex challenges related to water governance, security and sustainability. The gathering also serves as an opportunity to highlight Morocco’s expertise in water management, particularly in arid environments, in desalination and in the development of non-conventional water resources. By focusing on innovation, adaptability to environmental, social and economic changes, and the need to strengthen the resilience of water infrastructure, this edition aims to identify durable solutions for water management in an ever-changing world.

The Congress programme includes a ministerial roundtable, four high-level panels, more than 140 technical sessions led by international experts, several side events offering topic-focused sessions that explore various issues in depth, and a large exhibition area showcasing the most innovative technologies and projects in the water sector. The proceedings will conclude with the Marrakech Declaration, a collective call bringing together policymakers, scientists and industry professionals to reinforce the link between science, policy and action, and to accelerate global mobilisation for the protection of water resources.

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RABAT (MOROCCO) (ITALPRESS) – The Kingdom of Morocco will host the first International Conference dedicated to African victims of terrorism on December 2–3, 2025, a major event aimed at highlighting the human consequences of terrorism in Africa and strengthening support and resilience mechanisms across the continent.
Organised by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, with the support of the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the conference is an unprecedented initiative that places African victims of terrorism at the centre of the strategic debate on preventing and combating violent extremism.

The gathering in Rabat will bring together representatives of African governments, international and regional organisations, associations representing victims of terrorism, researchers and experts. Discussions will also focus on the crucial role played by survivors in prevention and resilience initiatives, through their testimonies, experience, and contributions to rebuilding affected communities.

Participants will address key issues such as the human impact of terrorism and the legal, institutional and socio-economic challenges involved in assisting victims. The event forms part of the partnership between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, exemplified in particular by the opening in Rabat of the UNOCT Programme Office for Africa.

Now a leading continental platform, this office promotes an African approach to counter-terrorism based on solidarity, capacity-building and national ownership of public policies. With this initiative, Morocco reaffirms its commitment to a solidarity-driven, human-centered and inclusive approach to counter-terrorism, placing victims and their rights at the heart of regional and international action.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta has been re-elected to Category C of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council during the 34th IMO Assembly in London, securing what the Transport Ministry described as “an excellent voting result” among candidate countries.

The ministry said the outcome strengthens Malta’s standing as a global maritime leader and reflects the trust placed in the country by the IMO’s 176 member states.

Minister for Transport Chris Bonett welcomed the result, calling Malta “a maritime nation” whose re-election confirms international recognition of its role as Europe’s largest ship registry and the world’s sixth-largest merchant fleet.

Bonett said the vote endorses the government’s maritime vision, including efforts to support the transition to net-zero emissions, improve seafarer training in developing states, and contribute to global maritime policy.

A renewed seat on the council will allow Malta to promote responsible shipping practices and reinforce its position as the Mediterranean’s leading maritime hub.

During the Assembly, Malta also announced a financial contribution to the IMO’s technical training fund, reaffirming its commitment to capacity building in developing maritime nations.

Malta has been elected to the IMO Council for 15 consecutive terms since joining the organisation in 1966.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Hansi Flick, nearly in tears and “comforted” by Raphinha: this was the moment captured on camera yesterday at the end of Barcelona’s 3–1 win over Alavés. The episode raised several questions and even concern within the Blaugrana environment, but club sources contacted by Mundo Deportivo “ruled out any issues” and assured that the German coach “was simply angry about a couple of situations that occurred during the match.”

Specifically, Flick ended the game “irritated with the fourth official,” Álvaro Canovas Garcia-Villarrubia, due to the red cards shown for dissent to goalkeeping coach José Ramón de la Fuente and assistant coach Marcus Sorg — both of whom will now miss the upcoming Liga match against Atlético Madrid.

According to MD, another factor that infuriated Flick was the penalty not awarded to Lamine Yamal in the first half.

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – English football, and West Ham in particular, are mourning the death of Billy Bonds, who passed away this morning at the age of 79. Bonds is the club’s all-time appearance record holder (799 matches played) and captained the London side to FA Cup triumphs in 1975 and 1980. He spent 21 years as a player with the Hammers, from 1967 to 1988, and later managed the club from 1990 to 1994.

“Dad loved West Ham United and its wonderful fans with all his heart, and he treasured every moment of his time at the club,” his family wrote in a statement. “He will forever be in our hearts and dearly missed. It brings us comfort to know that his legacy will live on forever.”

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MADRID (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Julian Calero’s spell as Levante’s head coach has come to an end. The home defeat against Athletic Bilbao (0–2), the team’s fourth consecutive loss in La Liga, has cost the manager his job. Calero, who had been in charge since June 2024 and led Levante to promotion last May, leaves the team currently bottom of the standings alongside Real Oviedo, with 9 points from 14 matches. The Spanish club announced Calero’s dismissal on its official website.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta’s Gross Domestic Product rose to €6.345 billion in the third quarter of 2025, a 5.7% increase in nominal terms compared to a year earlier, according to new figures from the National Statistics Office. Growth in volume terms reached 3.0%, with a 2.6% rise in the GDP deflator indicating that price effects remain a key component of overall expansion.

The latest data point to a cooling in momentum. Gross value added contributed 2.1 percentage points to growth, down sharply from 4.4 points in the first quarter. Domestic demand added 1.6 points, while net exports contributed 1.5 points, signalling a shift toward foreign trade as the primary engine of expansion.

Service activities continued to dominate Malta’s economic structure, contributing 2.4 percentage points to GVA growth. Accommodation and food services posted a standout 12.4% increase, with trade and administrative support services also expanding. Industry provided a marginal boost, while agriculture and fishing detracted from growth.

Household consumption rose 3.2% and government spending increased 0.8%, but investment weakened. Gross fixed capital formation fell 1.4% in volume terms, with inventory accumulation offsetting declines in fixed assets.

Exports grew 3.9% and imports 3.1%, resulting in a positive net trade contribution—the reverse of recent quarters when domestic demand played a larger role.

On the income side, nominal GDP increased by €343.4 million, driven mainly by employee compensation and corporate operating surplus. Gross National Income reached €5.743 billion, underscoring a continued gap with GDP due to income flows to non-residents.

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