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Airbus eyes deeper collaboration with Morocco's thriving aviation sector

European aircraft manufacturer Airbus has expressed its intention to strengthen ties with Morocco, leveraging the country’s rapidly growing aviation industry. Speaking at the 55th Paris Air Show, Wouter Van Wersch, Airbus’s executive vice president for international affairs, highlighted Morocco’s......

Morocco and France work to safeguard banking links under new EU regulations

Morocco and France are advancing toward a landmark agreement to protect Moroccan banks operating within Europe from the stringent effects of the European Union’s Capital Requirements Directive VI (CRD VI). The directive, a key part of the EU’s efforts to tighten financial regulations, limits......

EBRD invests $25 million in Morocco’s Boumadine mine to boost exploration

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced a $25 million loan to Canadian mining company Aya Gold & Silver Inc., aimed at advancing the exploration of the Boumadine polymetallic mine in Morocco’s Drâa-Tafilalet region. This marks a significant step in the......

Morocco launches major lithium battery materials plant to support EV growth

Morocco has announced the inauguration of its first lithium-ion material manufacturing plant in Jorf Lasfar, a significant step in the country’s push to become a global leader in green technology and electric vehicle (EV) production. The facility, developed by COBCO—a partnership between......

CHINT strengthens Africa’s energy transformation with localized strategy

Chinese energy giant CHINT is intensifying its role in Africa’s energy transition by adopting a comprehensive localization strategy. This approach, encompassing renewable energy projects, grid infrastructure, and local manufacturing, reinforces the company’s commitment to driving sustainable......

US reaffirms commitment to Lobito Corridor project at USA-Africa Business Summit

During the USA-Africa Business Summit held in Luanda, United States officials reiterated their strong commitment to the Lobito Corridor project. This major railway link connects the port of Lobito in Angola to the Katanga province in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia’s Copperbelt region. Troy......

Morocco approves key Maroc Telecom-Inwi partnership to advance digital infrastructure

Morocco’s telecommunications regulator has given the green light to a groundbreaking partnership between Itissalat Al-Maghrib (Maroc Telecom) and Wana Corporate (Inwi). The decision by the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT) authorizes the creation of two joint ventures aimed at......

Maroc Telecom secures $300 million in private bond issuance to fuel 5G and digital expansion

Maroc Telecom has finalized its first private bond issuance on the Moroccan market, raising MAD 3 billion ($300 million) from institutional investors. This milestone marks a pivotal step in the company’s financial strategy, aimed at enhancing its competitive edge in the ever-evolving telecom sector. A......

Morocco’s ONCF launches summer plan to serve millions of travelers with expanded rail services

The National Railway Office (ONCF) has rolled out its “Summer 2025” plan to handle the surge in passenger traffic during the peak travel season. Running from June 23 to September 14, the initiative aims to enhance travel experiences for domestic passengers, Moroccan expatriates, and tourists......

Morocco accelerates highway expansion with 1,200 kilometers of new routes

Morocco is advancing an ambitious infrastructure agenda with the construction of nearly 300 kilometers of expressways already underway and plans for an additional 900 kilometers across key regions. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity, drive economic growth, and position the country as a regional......

Morocco’s central bank maintains key interest rate at 2.25% amid economic uncertainties

Morocco’s central bank, Bank Al Maghrib (BAM), has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 2.25%, signaling a cautious approach amid significant uncertainties in both domestic and global economic conditions. The decision reflects the bank’s commitment to balancing economic......

Morocco unveils Marhaba 2025 strategy to facilitate travel for 7.5 million passengers

Morocco’s government has announced an ambitious plan to streamline travel for the 2025 Marhaba Operation, which aims to assist 7.5 million passengers and 2 million vehicles during the summer months. The operation, a key initiative to support Moroccans living abroad, will mobilize extensive maritime......

Ireland’s shift on housing policy offers lessons for Spain's rental crisis

Ireland’s innovative response to its housing crisis has sparked interest across Europe, particularly in Spain, where soaring rents and housing shortages are reaching critical levels. The Irish government has chosen to roll back strict rent caps, aiming to stimulate housing development and attract......

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