Economy
Three Moroccan companies have received prestigious recognition at the 60th Arab High Committee for Standardization meeting in Rabat, highlighting Morocco's growing influence in regional manufacturing excellence. Sogea Maroc, SMCV, and Super Cerame were awarded the Arab Quality Award for their contributions......
In a significant development for Morocco's automotive sector, top Japanese automotive companies embarked on a business mission to Rabat, marking an important step in strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The mission, organized by the Japan External Trade Organization in Rabat (JETRO......
Remittances from Morocco's diaspora reached MAD 117.7 billion ($11.7 billion) in 2024, marking a 2.1% increase from the previous year's MAD 115.26 billion ($11.4 billion), according to data from the Moroccan Exchange Office. The significant financial inflow maintains Morocco's position as......
Morocco's aerospace industry demonstrated remarkable performance in 2024, with exports reaching MAD 26.45 billion, marking a 14.9% increase from the previous year. The assembly segment emerged as a key driver, expanding by 23.6% to MAD 17.23 billion, while the Electrical Wiring Interconnection System......
Morocco’s fuel imports have surged to 1.7 million tons, valued at $1.26 billion, marking a 10.8% increase in volume. This rise has led to a noticeable hike in fuel prices across the country, with diesel increasing by 20 cents per liter and gasoline by 16 cents per liter. In Casablanca, the average......
Turkish defense manufacturer Baykar has officially announced the establishment of a drone production facility in Morocco, marking a pivotal moment in the country's military and technological advancement. The project further strengthens the growing strategic partnership between Morocco and Türkiye. The......
The Moroccan government has made significant strides in its anti-corruption agenda, public debt management, and water resource optimization, according to a recent update from government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas. Speaking at a press briefing following the weekly government council meeting, Baitas......
The Minister of Economic Inclusion emphasized that short-term training is crucial for equipping rural job seekers with practical skills. Morocco’s government is preparing to launch a new initiative aimed at addressing unemployment in rural areas, with an allocation of MAD 1 billion ($100 million)......
Morocco is on the cusp of entering the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market, marking a pivotal moment in its quest for energy independence. The Tendrara gas liquefaction facility, developed by British company Sound Energy, is nearing completion in eastern Morocco, with production trials slated to begin......
The Moroccan dirham demonstrated varied performance in foreign exchange markets during January 16-22, appreciating 0.6% against the US dollar while declining 0.5% against the euro, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). During this period, BAM reported no currency auction operations in the foreign exchange......
From January 16 to January 22, 2025, the dirham appreciated by 0.6% against the US dollar and depreciated by 0.5% against the euro, according to Bank Al-Maghrib (BAM). During this period, no foreign exchange auction operations were carried out, as highlighted in BAM's weekly bulletin. As of January......
Morocco’s banking liquidity deficit has seen a notable improvement, declining by 8.26% to reach MAD 136.8 billion ($13.4 billion) in January 2025. This shift underscores healthier financial conditions and provides the economy with greater flexibility to grow and adapt. According to BMCE......
Morocco and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation in water management and sustainability initiatives. This pledge was highlighted during a recent visit by an EU delegation to the wastewater treatment station in Sidi Allal Tazi, located near Rabat. The delegation......
