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Canada Implements 100% Tariff on Chinese-Made Electric Vehicles, Aligning with U.S. Policy  

Canada has announced a 100% tariff on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles, aligning with the United States’ stance. The move follows concerns from Western governments regarding China’s subsidies, which they argue provide an unfair advantage to Chinese industries.   This decision......

Indonesian Fertilizer Firm Eyes Algeria’s Untapped Phosphate Potential

Indonesia’s Leading Fertilizer Company Considers Algerian Phosphate Investments Amid Global Market Competition PT Pupuk Indonesia, a major player in the global fertilizer industry, is exploring investment opportunities in Algeria's phosphate sector, according to recent reports from Algerian......

Morocco's Blueberry Exports Skyrocket: A 25% Surge to Record 67,300 Tons

Morocco's agricultural sector has achieved a remarkable milestone during the 2023-2024 season, with blueberry exports reaching unprecedented levels. According to a report from EastFruit, the North African nation has set a new record in blueberry shipments, marking a robust expansion in both volume......

EU's Declining Appetite for Moroccan Tomatoes: Imports Drop by 6.8%

The European Union's demand for Moroccan tomatoes has experienced a noticeable dip this season, with imports from the North African nation dropping by 6.8% compared to the previous year. This decline follows a record high in Moroccan tomato imports to the EU in 2022, marking the steepest decline......

Morocco's Economic Surge Raises Concerns Over Regional Wealth Disparities

Morocco's recent economic boom, fueled by foreign investments and infrastructure projects, is masking growing concerns about uneven wealth distribution across the country. As urban centers and high-tech sectors flourish, there's a risk that rural areas and vulnerable populations may be left behind......

White-Collar Workers in India: A Rising Tide of AI Anxiety

A significant proportion of knowledge-workers in India anticipate job displacement due to artificial intelligence (AI) within the next five years, according to a recent study. A groundbreaking report from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has unveiled profound concerns among India's......

Morocco Ascends as Prime Market for Spanish LNG Amid European Decline

In a notable shift in regional energy dynamics, Morocco has emerged as the foremost destination for Spanish liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. This transformation is underscored by recent data from the Spanish Agency for Strategic Reserves (Cores), which reveals a dramatic surge in Spain's LNG......

Morocco-Ghana Cooperation: A Blueprint for Intra-African Synergy

Strengthening Connections Through Trade, Investment, and Education Morocco's strategic engagement with Ghana exemplifies the potential for deepening intra-African partnerships beyond colonial legacies like artificial borders and linguistic divides. This relationship traces back to the post-independence......

Spain Faces Price Surge and Health Concerns Amid Rising Moroccan Fruit Imports

Spain's importation of Moroccan strawberries has seen a significant increase, with February figures showing a 48.17% rise despite health warnings from Spanish media. According to OkDiario, Spain paid 30% more for Moroccan fruit in the first half of 2024 than the previous year, despite receiving 23.8......

Morocco Invests $300 Million in Kenitra-Marrakech Rail Upgrade

Revitalizing Morocco's Rail Infrastructure Morocco's National Office of Railways (ONCF) has embarked on an ambitious project to enhance the conventional rail lines between Kenitra and Marrakech. This initiative is crucial for developing the high-speed rail link connecting these key cities. The......

Spain Amplifies Gas Exports to Morocco Amid Strategic Energy Shifts

In a notable shift, Spain has dramatically increased its natural gas exports to Morocco while reducing supplies to European counterparts like Italy. This strategic move comes as Spain navigates complex energy dynamics involving Algeria and broader regional tensions. According to data from Cores, Spain’s......

Debate Ignites Over Federal Price-Gouging Ban as States Lead the Way

In a heated exchange that has captured national attention, former President Donald Trump has denounced Vice President Kamala Harris' proposal for a federal ban on food price gouging, labeling it as "communist" price controls. However, experts argue that this characterization misses the......

Egypt Amplifies Household Electricity Costs by 50% Amid Economic Reforms

Egypt has implemented a significant increase in electricity prices for households, with rates soaring up to 50%, according to government sources. This move is part of a broader strategy to phase out subsidies, aligning with an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The electricity ministry......