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Saturday, November 29, 2008

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid divulges a new first in Africa and Arab world

Marrakech, November 23, 2008 -- The Marrakech International Film Festival (MIFF) has become an essential part of the Kingdom of Morocco’s cultural events map.

The festival, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, makes it possible for viewers and film professionals to see the recent international productions.

This edition, under the direction of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, MIFF offers for visually impaired people unique experience that no one else offers to the global audience.

Franco-German TV channel Arte has help to adapt eight films to allow visually impaired people to follow them using "Audio Description." An actor's voice describes each scene and is transmitted by headset.

This developed strategy is huge boost to festival to distinguish itself from the other events of this kind, since the MIFF is a first on international scene to adopt the technique of "Audio Description".

The organizations of the MIFF have laud and paid tribute to His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid who " honoured them with His generosity so that films can still enjoy by the blind and visually impaired" in Morocco.

The project, they added, "would not have been possible without the full material and moral support of His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid."

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid spends all day working at Marrakech Congress Palace

Marrakech, November 20, 2008 -- In the esteem of highlighting the Marrakech International Film Festival's historical role, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid on Tuesday November 18th spent all day working at the Congress Palace of Marrakech, center ground of MIFF.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid began his day grand touring and viewing every office in the facilities of the Congress Palace for a first hand inspection of the condition and presentation.
Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also met organizers of the MIFF, urged them to use all potential to reach expected levels and elevate toward the achievement of goals to ensure that the Festival continues to play its pioneering role.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also expressed admiration over the fantastic milestones on the way to industry’s victory achieved by the MIFF.

Impressively continuing to provide His philanthropy’s role in press freedom, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also visited pressroom and spoke to the coordinators in charge of both national and international press.

The talks included on the importance commitments to democratic reform and media freedom, including detailed rules specifying MIFF.

The two sides also discussed prospects of enhancing cooperation, featured lists and ideas for the Festival.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid later went to see all technology-rich equipment and the arrangements for feeding this 8th edition of the International Film Festival.

The working rendezvous came to reaffirm Crown Prince Moulay Rachid special care and support to preserving Morocco’s cultural heritage and His commitment to promoting its cultural richness.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was accompanied by the member of Marrakech International Film Festival Foundation.

Saturday, November 22, 2008

USA Today praises Crown Prince Moulay Rachid leadership to bridge cultural divide


Marrakech, November 20, 2008 -- Understanding the power of communication and education in changing the world, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid affects positive change in His country, boosting to the realization of more peaceful world through increasing awareness about the different cultures, which promote peace and enhance human security.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is the founder and president of the Marrakech International Film Festival Foundation, drafting the beginning of a unique endeavor linking films around the world through intercultural and intergenerational networks to bridge global divides.

Determined to bridge cultural divide, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid created the platform to foster dialogue among cultures and civilizations through the Marrakech International Film Festival.

In addition in His concrete and sustained initiatives, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid piloted a bold innovative, the Marrakech film school, to eradicate the idea of a clash of civilizations and to enhance dialogue of civilizations.

The actress Sigourney Weaver will address students at the new Marrakech film school on Monday (November 17, 2008).

Both the festival and the film school are cultural initiatives of Prince Moulay Rachid.
"They're going to be very important things for our own film industry," Weaver says.

"They're going to help us in the West get the stories that will help us understand each other," reports USA Today.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, who has been focusing much of His projects on the need to bridge the divide between North and South, and East and West, renowned the importance of cross-cultural dialogue.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid salutes nation on Independence Day


Rabat, November 18, 2008 – This November 18 marked 53 years of the Kingdom of Morocco’s independence from France occupation.

His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, in Morocco’s 53rd Anniversary of the Independence Day, has proved His commitment to the principles and course of actions that have covered all phases of development, as envisioned by His grandfather HM King Mohamed V.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has been keen to safeguard the achievements of His grandfather and father HM King Hassan II and to carry on their great efforts in building a modern society based on the rule of law, impartiality and tolerance.

In the foreign policy domain, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has sustained to work as a dynamic diplomat for global and regional critical issues by pursuing reliable and constructive policy for enriching horizons of cooperation between Morocco and the international partners.

Even though the Independence Day is marked as an outstanding state holiday, was not celebrated by citizens in any public procession or event.

Hola on HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and MIFF

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Gala spotlights HRH Crown Prince Moualy Rachid and His initiative MIFF

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8th Marrakech International Film Festival in pictures






Morocco’s magnificent initiative of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid





HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid lauds contribution to the construction of the future


Marrakech, November 15, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of MIFF Foundation, yesterday inaugurated the 8th Marrakech International Film Festival (MIFF) at Marrakech Congress Palace.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid praised all efforts made to embrace the different variables to ensure the life of future generations, saying: “It is our duty to honor the memory of those who contribute to the construction of the future.”

Crowning all efforts by tribute, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid stressed that the festival will miss this year the warm sight of HASSAN SQALLI.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also was pleased to extend His profound gratefulness to Egyptian filmmaker Youssef Chahine, who died last summer, ensuring that MIFF is full of the memory of the great moviemaker through the production of seven of his most beautiful films ever made.

Recalling the power of films on spectators, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid similarly honored and was appreciative of the unstinted Seventh Art that allows MIFF to feel the pulse of the earth and see how humanity today needs to build and watch all its pictures and dreams.

Receiving guests with a warm welcome, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid looked remarkably elegant in impeccably tailored tuxedo.

This year guest list includes US actor Sigourney Weaver, Polish-born French film director Roman Polanski, British actress Charlotte Rampling, US director and president of the jury of the 8th edition of the MIFF, Barry Levinson, Italian actress Caterina Murino and more.

The 8th Marrakech International Film Festival, initiative of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, is organized every year by Him established Foundation of MIFF.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid provides solace in the midst of Morocco’s sorrow


Rabat, November 14, 2008 – Biding a poignant farewell to Morocco’s historiographer, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid led mourning on Thursday for Abdelouahab Benmansour, who died on Wednesday in Rabat at age of 88 years.

Loving, down-to-earth Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, dressed in Moroccan traditional outfit – djellaba – and fes, stood alongside grieving relatives at the funeral service.

In deep grief and emotion, a somber Crown Prince Moualy Rachid endeavored to comfort grief-stricken family of Mr. Benmamssour as He greeted mourners individually and affectionately hugged and kissed them.

In his eulogy, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid paid condolences over death of Abdelouahab Benmansour, extending solace and empathy, while honoring him as intellectually distinguished human being for his activities to promote Morocco civilization.

Meeting New Challenges and Bridging Cultural Gaps in Sport and Exercise Psychology with HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid

12th Congress of Sport Psychology

Under The Honour Presidency of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and under the auspices of the International Society of Sport Psychology, the Moroccan Association of Sport Psychology has the honour and pleasure to invite colleagues and professionals from all over the world to participate in the 12th Congress of Sport Psychology under the theme:

“Meeting New Challenges and Bridging Cultural Gaps in Sport and Exercise Psychology”.
The 12th World Congress will take place in Marrakech, Morocco in June 2009.

The 12th World Congress intends to cover various aspects of modern sport and exercise psychology and to favour meetings of sport psychologists, researchers, coaches and athletes with different gender, cultures and orientations.

The high quality of the Scientific Programme of the Congress will open new perspectives on the Science of Art and Sport and Exercise psychology and on issues related to the athlete’s mental management and social changes.

The different sessions of the congress will provide a full update on the most important aspects of athlete’s mental training and on the latest achievements in the field of sport and exercise psychology. This fruitful exchange of knowledge and experiences aims at further developing a feeling of identity of sport psychology and to bridge cultural gaps between countries and societies.

The teams of the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP) and the Moroccan Association of Sport Psychology (AMPSYS) expect your active involvement as sport psychologists, researchers, scholars, athletes, and coaches, and hope that you will contribute to the 12th World Congress Programme by submitting abstracts and papers for oral and poster presentations.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid honours courageous kids, wraps up Hassan II Golf Trophy



Rabat, November 11, 2008 – Recognizing the success of youth, on the sidelines of the 36 Hassan II Golf Trophy, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, on Sunday (November 9, 2008) awarded the prizes the winners of the Kid’s Cup.


Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, who is an advocate of youth empowerment, highlighted the key role played by the youth in the society’s development, stressing the need to include youth in the decision making process.


Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s efforts on the local and international levels are running towards enhancing public awareness about the role of youth and their personal achievement.
On that note, on Sunday’s ceremony Crown Prince Moulay Rachid personally presented the best boy Mehdi Saïss and best girl, Khadija Deller with complete golf club sets.


Beaming with the sense of pride, junior players also took a photo with their much-loved Crown Prince Moulay Rachid.


Crown Prince Moulay Rachid witnessed firsthand the incredible power and positive impact the National Development of Junior Golf, which He launched in 2003, has on young people's lives and their sense of pride.


The Kid’s Cup, was held on November 1 thru 2, 2008 at the Royal Golf of Anfa-Mohamedia.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid carries his father passion

Rabat, November 10, 2008 - The participants of the 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy received some heartfelt congratulations from His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, when He presented prizes among the winners at the ceremony held at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam on Sunday.

Looking characteristically radiant in a stylish tailored suit, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has hardly had time to catch His breath this week, in a long string of commitments governing the state functions.

However, the 38-year-old Royal wasn't about to miss the annual golfing event, which is the most important international event in the Moroccan calendar.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was clearly enjoying His opportunity to mingle with international golfers; witnesses noticed genuine warmth between the Royal and His golfing guests.

The prizewinners each accepted their awards from the hands of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid at a formal ceremony in Rabat.

The Hassan II Golf Trophy title went to Ernie Els and the Lalla Meryem Cup to Laura Davies.
A distinct feature of this year's Trophy was the participation of Morocco's junior players for the first time in the history of the trophy, thanks to the "wild cards" granted by Crown Prince Moulay Rachid.

The Hassan II Golf Trophy is part of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid successful efforts to popularize sports among the young generation and preserve the rich culture and heritage of the country.

The Trophy, organized under the chairmanship of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid by the Hassan II Golf Trophy Society, proved to be Morocco’s most high profile event.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid opens doors to great youth prospect

Rabat, November 9, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, administered the "wild cards" to junior players Ali Berrada, Royal Golf d'Anfa Mohammedia and Mohamed Boutaleb from the Federal pilot school of the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam.

For the first time in the history of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, under the instruction of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, young people were invited to play in the Pro-Am of the 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy, giving them the exceptional opportunity to play the game of golf with the international golfing stars.

And without a doubt, two juniors players have shared powerful moments during the Pro-Am by playing the first round with British player Robert Coles.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid makes great efforts to ensure that His pioneering project, the Federal Pilot School of the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, will put young students in the driving seat, and will have an impact on their life achievements.

Known for His philanthropic work, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is pushing for healthier empowerment of youth, playing a significant role in reaching out to less fortunate, particularly shows devotion to the plight of underprivileged children and youth.

A symbol of goodwill, great compassion, generosity and inspiration to the world, indeed Crown Prince Moulay Rachid is one of the few leaders who bring as much humanity for their country as to the world.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid announces results of Pro-Am Golf Tournament

Rabat, November 8, 2008 – On Friday evening, during a gala diner, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, announced the results of the Pro-Am Golf Tournament.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid also presented prizes to the winning teams of the Pro-Am in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere.

Pro-Am unites invited golf professionals with amateur partners. Each Pro-Am team of three amateurs (celebrities and VIPs) is captained by a top golf star.

The event saw the likes of Ernie ELS and Paul McGinley team up with well-known personalities and celebrities, including Eric Schmid and Roland Humbert.

Saturday, November 8, 2008

Irresistible Crown Prince Moulay Rachid indulges his golfing guests with Moroccan traditional hospitality


Rabat, November 8, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, President of the Hassan II Golf Trophy, hosted on Friday night a grand banquet in honour of the golfers taking part in the 36th edition of the Hassan II Golf Trophy.

From the instant Crown Prince Moulay Rachid appeared on the steps of the entrance at the Royal Dar Es Salam, all eyes were on Morocco's irresistible 38-year-old Royal.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid was every inch epitome of sophisticated magical Royal, beautiful, charming, elegant, classy…there are no words invented yet to describe it.

Morocco’s most popular Royal stepped out to gala banquet in an elegant one-button wool tuxedo with a satin lapel smartly accessories with impeccably tailored bow tie.

The attire was complemented with the stunning sparkling cufflinks.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid seemed in excellent spirits as He welcomed VIP guests, including Ernie Els, Irish player Paul McGinley, Mark Foster and Bain Ross, to the annual event.

The Hassan II Golf Trophy hailed as the most exciting event in Moroccan happenings, is organized under the Presidency of Crown Prince Moulay Rachid through the Hassan II Golf Trophy Society.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid warmly saw off King of Saudi Arabia


Casablanca, November 7, 2008 -- Underlining the ties of friendship between their two countries, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid saw off Saudi Arabia King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and his entourage at the International Airport in Casablanca.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has one last meeting with his old friend, King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, as King winded up visit in Morocco.

At departure function, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid exchanged handshakes with Saudi Arabia King and hugged him in farewell.

Veritable journey of friendship between Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is marked with mutual visits, setting in motion a new stage of diplomatic powerhouse and raising bilateral relations to a higher level.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid salutes loyal followers of his father cultivated vision


Rabat, November 6, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid sent salutation to fellow citizens on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the Green March.

Green March commemorates the occasion in 1975 on November 6th, when Crown Prince Moulay Rachid ‘s father, HM King Hassan II, launched the march of 350,000 unarmed Moroccan men and women into the Western Sahara area to reclaim the land.

This was the last time Moroccan history recorded their King to undertake such a courageous task and it may be the last time any King ever did.

In a vacuum of courage, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid provides Moroccans with a broad and encompassing vision, dedicated to establish today’s democratic march for Morocco and to achieve a global peace.

Embracing a new vision for future, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s keen efforts toward sustained evolution leads to remarkable representation of Moroccan patriotism, emulating his father King Hassan II remarkable accomplishments for country's sustainable progress and development.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid proved that people don't follow titles but they follow courageous leadership of building up a nation, which inspires people and honors of their country.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid puts Morocco on the map


Rabat, November 6, 2008 -- His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has been a driving force in putting Morocco in the global eyes with a chain of His public events.

This week Crown Prince Moulay Rachid unveiled fairy tales of spectacular 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam in Rabat.

Hassan II Golf Trophy has come a long way since its debut in 1971, and its 36th edition is finally here.

Some of the biggest names in golf gathered at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam, including Ernie Els, promising this event will be a unique and impressive experience.

Morocco’s most successful event ever, which represent tenderness of tradition and brims with innovation, is the most watched Moroccan event in the world.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, the founding president of Hassan II Golf Trophy Society and patron of the trophy, is particularly looking forward to the sterling performance.

Under Crown Prince Moulay Rachid, golf development has flourished in many parts of Kingdom, making financially sound hospitality and creating a center of attention for tourism investment opportunities in Morocco.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has lifted spirits and given the whole country wisdom of eminent pride, sending out a positive note to the world that Morocco is indeed a sport loving country.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid focuses to make Morocco-Saudi bond even stronger


Casablanca, November 5, 2008 – His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has officially welcomed the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud as he arrived to Casablanca.

In the course of the meeting, two leaders discussed the development prospects of their relations in trade, economic, educational and cultural spheres, as well as a number of issues related to the investment projects.

The subjects discussed also included the regional issues and stability of the Middle East.

Speaking about the Middle Eastern peace settlement, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid expressed that He will continue to contribute a positive and active role in this process.

Very frequent meetings on bilateral collaborations between Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and Saudi’s King reflect the extensive contacts between the two countries and build solid basis for its future successful development.

Thursday, November 6, 2008

Morocco is set for 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy

Rabat, November 4, 2008 -- All is set for the 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam on November 5 to 9, 2008 with partaking of top international players, as well as professional and amateur Moroccan talented golfers.

Organized under the Chairmanship of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid by the Hassan II Golf Trophy Society, the Hassan II Golf Trophy will give a boost to golf, tourism and social life in Morocco.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has been able to provide the substance and platform to make this Trophy possible, giving the breath of life and sprucing soul to Morocco.

Alongside the Hassan II Golf Trophy, professional women golfers will line up for the Lalla Meryem Cup, to be held from November 6 to 8, 2008.

Also, the Friendship Cup is being contested in the Red and Blue area at the Royal Golf Dar Es Salam on Wednesday November 5, 2008.

Again, the Hassan II Golf Trophy Society will host the Media Cup on Saturday November 8, 2008.

In addition, the numerous cultural events depicting true Moroccan traditions, gala banquets and more will be organized during the 36th Hassan II Golf Trophy.

These events have a significant power since are fully transparent and work in accordance with sound and modern financial systems, and are urgent for the development and growth of the Moroccan sport internationally.

This year's sponsors include the Emaar, Royal Air Maroc, Maroc Telecom, BMCE and CDG Capital.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid uses power of sport to improve lives of children

Rabat, November 1, 2008 -- Investing to achieve cohesive society and to secure the future of all children and young people, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid instigated the 2008 edition of the Kid’s Golf Cup on November 1st, 2008.

This great event is being held this weekend November 1 thru 2, 2008 at the Royal Golf of Anfa-Mohamedia.

Young champions were victorious in the Kid’s Cup style Stroke Play event, only wish to make Crown Prince Moulay Rachid feel proud of them.

The talented young golfers played very well and the sportsmanship between the players was extraordinary.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid hopes the Kid’s Cup will help identify and nurture the region’s next generation of champions and will bring opportunities to young people through golf.

Golf - a sport close to Crown Prince Moulay Rachid’s heart, which he grew up playing, and now helping children overcome adversity and making golf accessible to all young people regardless of their income and social circumstances.

Committed to providing sport for young people, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid seeks to impact the quality of young people's lives by inspiring and educating them to identify with industry and to be better prepared for the adulthood.

Crown Prince Moulay Rachid draws attention to the power that sport has in enriching young lives, boosting their confidence, heightening their self-esteem and enhancing their character.

HRH Crown Prince Moulay Rachid combines competition with education in upcoming Kid’s Cup

Rabat, November 1, 2008 -- To entice tomorrow's golf champions, His Royal Highness Crown Prince Moulay Rachid will launch the Kid’s Cup on the November 1st, 2008 at the Royal Golf of Anfa-Mohamedia.

As a long-time supporter of children's rights, Crown Prince Moulay Rachid has established this children tournament to create access to golf for young children and provide a hand to develop talented golfers into tomorrow’s champions.

Kid’s Cup is a part of ongoing agenda for National Development of Junior Golf, which pledges to support youth’s involvement and progress through increased access to the game of golf, especially those from disadvantaged groups, participate in sport to attain life skills and enjoy an improved quality of life in line with the Millennium Development Goals.

The National Development of Junior Golf was initiated by Crown Prince Moulay Rachid and implemented by formation of the golf schools and juniors tournaments throughout the Kingdom of Morocco.

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