Economy
Morocco is intensifying its efforts to diversify its gas resources, with plans to develop the first phase of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal near Nador, a city in the east of the country. Energy Minister Leila Benali announced the government's commitment to initiating an action plan during......
Air Arabia Maroc has announced the introduction of a direct flight route connecting Nador and Murcia, set to commence on May 3. This initiative is part of the airline's broader strategy for international expansion. The new service will operate three times each week, specifically on Mondays, Tuesdays,......
Morocco’s port sector is on the cusp of significant transformation with a strategic partnership aimed at improving maritime services at the Mediterranean port of Nador West Med. The consortium formed by Marsa Maroc and Boluda Towage France has secured a 20-year authorization to provide towage and......
In the past twenty-five years, Morocco has emerged as a pivotal force in economic transformation, industrial development, and modernization across its region, according to the Italian Institute for International Political Studies (ISPI). Since the ascension of His Majesty King Mohammed VI to the throne,......
Morocco boasts exceptional assets in the energy sector, stated Gérard Mestrallet, the special envoy of the French President for the India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor, during a meeting in Rabat on Thursday. Among these assets, Mestrallet highlighted “strong, consistent winds in......
Morocco's airports processed over 32 million passengers in 2024, with plans to triple capacity by 2035, according to Transport and Logistics Minister Abdessamad Kayouh's report to the House of Representatives. The nation aims to expand its airport traffic significantly, targeting 60 million......
Morocco's ambitious transportation infrastructure plan will inject MAD 96 billion ($9 billion) into railway upgrades by 2030, Transport and Logistics Minister Abdessamad Kayouh announced in Rabat. The comprehensive initiative aims to dramatically expand the nation's rail connectivity while modernizing......
African nations are poised for significant economic transformation through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), with projections showing a potential 7% increase in continental GDP by 2045, equivalent to $450 billion in growth. The initiative aims to create a unified market across 54 states......
Morocco is implementing a strategy aimed at creating a robust national maritime industry by 2030, positioning the country among the world’s top maritime nations through the development of a competitive fleet. Historically, the country did not prioritize its maritime assets, particularly military......
Marsa Maroc is strengthening its position in African logistics through a strategic expansion that includes new operations in Djibouti and Benin. The Moroccan port operator has established Marsa Maroc International Logistics, backed by a MAD 300 million ($30 million) investment, to oversee its international......
The Nador West Med port complex, set to become operational by mid-2026, represents a transformative initiative aimed at elevating Morocco's global economic position and fostering regional development in the Oriental area. Anchored in Morocco's National Port Strategy 2030, this ambitious project......
In a remarkable display of logistical prowess, Moroccan ports welcomed over 2.8 million passengers during the Marhaba 2024 operation, a seasonal initiative designed to facilitate the return of Moroccans living abroad. This year’s figures reflect a significant increase compared to previous years,......
The summer of 2024 saw a significant shift in consumer behavior across Morocco, with food delivery app Glovo experiencing a remarkable 40% increase in orders during June, July, and August. This surge highlights the growing preference for home delivery services in the North African nation, driven by a......
