Economy
Morocco’s national carrier Royal Air Maroc (RAM) and China Eastern Airlines have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance air connectivity between Africa and China. The agreement, signed by RAM CEO Hamid Addou and Wang Zhiqing, Chairman of China Eastern Airlines, aims to......
Morocco’s government will revise its upcoming national budget to prioritize spending on health and education, aiming to address deep-rooted social disparities and respond to growing public discontent. The announcement comes after weeks of nationwide protests led by young Moroccans demanding better......
Hop Lun, a leading international manufacturer of lingerie and swimwear, has expanded its global operations through the acquisition of two Moroccan companies, marking a significant step in its strategic growth plan. The move establishes a new production hub in Morocco, enhancing the company’s proximity......
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has commended Morocco for its remarkable achievements in sustainable development, highlighting its growing role as a regional leader in the green transition and industrial modernization. A model of strategic vision and sustainability In an......
Morocco is advancing its development strategy to meet global benchmarks as it prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup, said Abdessamad Kayouh, Minister of Transport and Logistics. Speaking at the international seminar “Accessibility and Mobility in Urban and Peri-Urban Areas: Challenges and......
Morocco has taken a significant step toward becoming a global aerospace powerhouse with the inauguration of Safran’s new aircraft engine complex in Nouaceur. Presided over by His Majesty King Mohammed VI, the event marks the country's entrance into the elite group of nations capable of producing......
German engineering group Masterflex has launched the construction of a new aerospace components factory within Morocco’s Midparc free trade zone near Casablanca, marking a major step in the company’s expansion into North Africa’s growing aviation industry. The groundbreaking ceremony,......
Morocco’s National Investment Commission (CNI) has approved 250 investment projects totaling MAD 414 billion, during nine sessions held so far, announced Karim Zidane, Minister Delegate in charge of Investment, Convergence, and Evaluation of Public Policies, on Tuesday before the House of Councillors. Responding......
Morocco’s leading urban centers are gaining prominence as some of Africa’s priciest rental markets, underscoring significant shifts in the continent’s housing dynamics. Recent data from Numbeo, a global cost-of-living database, places three Moroccan cities among the 20 most expensive......
Former French Minister of Economy, Industrial Renewal, and Digital Affairs Arnaud Montebourg called for stronger strategic partnerships between France and Morocco, highlighting their shared history, mutual interests, and potential to shape a “winning North-South strategy.” Speaking at a debate......
Morocco is taking decisive steps to strengthen environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices, reflecting a growing national commitment to responsible business and sustainability. As global focus on ethical corporate conduct intensifies, new regulations and studies highlight how Moroccan firms......
As Morocco prepares to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup alongside Spain and Portugal, the event brings more than just athletic anticipation. It presents a rare opportunity for the nation to accelerate its green transition while addressing large-scale infrastructure needs. Policymakers, investors, and......
Morocco solidified its position as a global aerospace hub at the 8th edition of Aerospace Meetings Casablanca, which concluded on October 2. The three-day summit, held in Nouaceur, Casablanca, drew over 1,000 participants and facilitated more than 4,500 business meetings, highlighting the nation’s......
