Visa Row for World Cup Media: The International Sports Press Association says many Iranian and African journalists have been denied US entry visas, with some granted single entries that could block return trips—raising fresh pressure on FIFA to fix accreditation access. Morocco Tourism Watch: Morocco welcomed 7.7 million tourists by end-May (+7%), with May arrivals up 13% and receipts rising strongly, as the ministry points to better air links and expanded offerings. EU-China Trade Tension: Industry Minister Ryad Mezzour rejects European claims that Morocco is a backdoor for subsidized Chinese goods, arguing the scale of Chinese investment in Morocco is far smaller than Europe’s own support and capacity. Business Climate Signal: Morocco tops Africa in the CIAN barometer (2025–26), scoring 3.9/5, with investors citing infrastructure, improving tax digitization, and procedural simplification. Rabat Hosts Shelter Afrique AGM: The Pan-African housing and urban finance bank will hold its 45th AGM in Rabat (June 9–11) on financing inclusive, green, resilient cities. World Cup Build-Up with Morocco in Focus: Neymar hinted the 2026 World Cup may be his “last dance,” while Brazil’s warm-up ended with an injury setback for right-back Wesley—both adding to the lead-up noise around Morocco’s group-stage opener.