Economy
Morocco’s annual inflation rate dropped to 0.3% in August 2025, down from 0.5% in July, marking the lowest rate since April 2024, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This reflects an ongoing easing of price pressures, despite notable increases in specific consumer costs. Consumer......
The Morocco-France Economic Forum will convene in Dakhla on October 9, bringing together over 50 French companies, including several CAC 40 giants, to explore Morocco’s southern provinces as a rising investment destination. The forum aims to deepen bilateral ties and highlight new opportunities......
Fish landings from coastal and artisanal fisheries at the Port of Dakhla fell by 21% year-on-year by the end of August, totaling 65,600 tonnes, according to the National Fisheries Office (ONP). In terms of value, the landings reached 604.91 million dirhams, down from 639.83 million dirhams in August......
French businesses have been urged to seize the growing investment opportunities in Morocco, as highlighted by the mayor of Montpellier, Michaël Delafosse, during an Economic Day held in Montpellier. Organized in collaboration with Morocco’s Consulate General, the event focused on fostering......
Dakhla is undergoing a sweeping urban transformation as part of its 2022–2027 communal action plan, with investments totaling over MAD 627 million ($68.9 million). The southern Moroccan city is focusing on modernizing infrastructure, expanding green spaces, and enhancing its overall appeal as an......
Morocco’s economy expanded by 3.7% in 2023, showcasing resilience amid global challenges. However, a new report by the High Commission of Planning (HCP) reveals that the benefits of this growth were not evenly distributed across the country, with significant regional inequalities persisting. The......
Morocco has achieved a significant milestone in the global blueberry market, climbing from seventh to fourth place in export rankings within a single year, according to Agraria Pe. This rapid ascent reflects the country’s strategic efforts to position itself as a key player in the industry. In......
The United States is moving forward with a $5 billion investment plan aimed at fostering socio-economic development in Morocco’s southern provinces, located in the disputed Sahara region. The initiative underscores Washington’s ongoing support for Morocco’s territorial integrity and......
Morocco will need to invest over $40 billion in the next five years to achieve its national energy objectives, according to Energy Transition Minister Leila Benali. Speaking during an interview with Asharq at the OPEC seminar in Vienna, Benali outlined the country's ambitious energy transition strategy,......
Morocco is intensifying efforts to combat water scarcity by ramping up seawater desalination and dam construction projects, aiming to secure an annual desalination capacity of 1.7 billion cubic meters by 2030. These initiatives are part of the National Program for Drinking Water Supply and Irrigation......
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 is cementing its position as a regional leader in renewable energy with an ambitious goal to achieve 20 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity. This target, announced by Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Minister Leila Benali, represents a doubling of the country’s current installed......
The Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region, thanks to its economic potential and strategic geographic location, serves as a vital link connecting Africa and Latin America, stated Marco Tulio Gustavo Chicas Sosa, the Ambassador of Guatemala to Morocco, during his visit to Dakhla. Ambassador Chicas Sosa emphasized......
