Economy
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......
Pelagic fishing, a vital marine resource, serves as a powerful driver for integration and growth among countries along Africa’s Atlantic coast. In this context, Morocco and Mauritania have recently taken a significant step forward in their bilateral cooperation. On June 2 and 3, 2025, in Dakhla......
Morocco will host the first International Salon for Ports and their Ecosystem (SIPORTS) from February 5 to 7, 2026, at the Mohammed VI Complex in El Jadida. The event is organized by LINECO Events under the patronage of the Ministry of Equipment and Water. Designed as a strategic platform, SIPORTS aims......
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......
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......
The general director of the France Development Agency (AFD), Rémy Rioux, has underscored the significance of development projects in Morocco’s southern provinces, particularly in Laayoune and Dakhla. During his recent visit, Rioux affirmed that these regions warrant increased investment......
