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Morocco’s returnees: A surge of opportunity and identity

Remittances from Moroccans residing abroad accounted for nearly a tenth of the country’s GDP At 5 a.m., Joulya Azmi zipped her suitcase shut for the last time in Bordeaux, France. The Franco-Moroccan nurse had spent nine years in France—slogging through night shifts, dodging microaggressions,......

Chariot regains control of Moroccan offshore gas licenses after Energean exit

Mining company Chariot Limited has announced its full reclamation of two significant offshore gas licenses in Morocco, following Energean plc's decision to divest its stake in the ventures. Energean has transferred its entire interest in the Lixus Offshore and Rissana Offshore licenses back to Chariot......

Spain’s PSOE criticizes PP over Casablanca desalination project funding

Spain has recently bolstered its financial commitment to the Casablanca desalination project, elevating the funding to €340 million, an increase of €100 million from the previous announcement in 2023. This move has sparked controversy, particularly from the Popular Party (PP), which has accused......

Valencia launches direct flights to Montreal, revitalizing transatlantic connectivity

Valencia will soon welcome a direct transatlantic route, re-establishing its connection with Montreal, Canada, for the first time in over a decade. This new service will be operated by Air Transat and is set to commence on June 21, 2025, with flights scheduled for Saturdays. The introduction of this......

AFD and OCP forge €350 million partnership for green investment in Morocco

In a significant move towards sustainable development, the France Development Agency (AFD) and Morocco’s leading fertilizer producer, OCP, have solidified their collaboration by signing a €350 million financing agreement aimed at bolstering OCP’s ambitious green investment program. This......

Tanger Med port's remarkable growth amid leadership controversy

Hassan Abkari, the former director general of Tanger Med Port Authority (TMPA), has officially liquidated the Spanish firm that was central to his dismissal. This development follows the revelation of his business activities in Valencia, prompting the closure of New Port Consulting 2024, a company he......

Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project: key agreements pave the way for energy access

The Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project has achieved significant milestones, with crucial agreements signed and feasibility studies completed. This ambitious initiative aims to enhance energy access for approximately 400 million people across 13 countries, marking a transformative step in regional energy......

CIH Bank announces significant capital increase of MAD 1.5 billion

CIH Bank is poised to undertake a substantial financial maneuver, revealing plans to increase its capital by up to MAD 1.5 billion (approximately $161 million). This announcement comes ahead of an extraordinary general meeting scheduled for June 11, where shareholders will deliberate on the proposed......

Aya Gold & Silver secures $25 million loan for Morocco mining expansion

Aya Gold & Silver has secured final approval from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for a $25 million secured credit facility. This funding will be directed towards the development of the Boumadine polymetallic project, enhancing the company's financial flexibility as......

Morocco targets significant export growth to Egypt, aiming for $500 million by 2027

Morocco is poised to dramatically elevate its exports to Egypt, with officials anticipating an increase from MAD 755 million ($75 million) to MAD 5 billion ($500 million) over the next three years. This ambitious goal emerges following a recent high-profile trade mission and symbolizes a new chapter......

Debunking the myth: Spain's cash withdrawal regulations explained

Viral social media posts have sparked a wave of misinformation regarding cash withdrawals in Spain, claiming that individuals will be fined as much as €150,000 for withdrawing €3,000 or more from an ATM. This sensational narrative has gained traction on platforms like X and Facebook, with some......

US tariff pause on China and its impact on global manufacturing hubs

A recent agreement between the United States and China to pause tariffs has shifted the dynamics for manufacturing hubs such as Mexico and Vietnam. These countries now face pressure to negotiate favorable trade deals with the U.S. to continue benefiting from the "China-plus-one" strategy used......

Morocco ranks 24th globally in counterfeit goods trade

A recent joint report from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has revealed that Morocco ranks as the 24th largest source of counterfeit goods worldwide as of 2020. This ranking highlights a notable disparity between......

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