Economy
Morocco's energy infrastructure received a significant boost as the National Office of Hydrocarbons and Mines (ONHYM) and the National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) formalized a crucial natural gas transportation contract on Monday. The agreement establishes a framework for supplying......
Morocco's government has unveiled ambitious fiscal measures in its 2025 Finance Bill, targeting MAD 16.4 billion ($1.58 billion) in revenue through strategic taxation of tobacco and alcoholic beverages. This initiative forms part of a comprehensive economic growth strategy aimed at strengthening......
Morocco plans to increase its defense budget to 133 billion Moroccan dirhams ($13 billion) for 2025, marking a significant expansion from previous years as the nation strengthens its military capabilities amid growing regional challenges. The substantial budget increase, revealed in the draft finance......
Morocco's consumer prices held steady in September 2024, while core inflation continued its upward trajectory, according to the latest report from the High Commissioner of Planning (HCP). The data reveals a complex economic landscape marked by regional variations and sector-specific price fluctuations. Price......
The Moroccan business landscape is set to face significant challenges in the coming years, according to a recent global report by Allianz Trade. The study, titled "Global Insolvency Outlook: The ebb and flow of the insolvency wave," predicts a substantial increase in business insolvencies across......
Morocco is considering the implementation of a tax on real estate wealth as a means to finance its ambitious universal social protection program, according to a recent report by the Arab Reform Initiative. The study, titled "Property Taxes: Missed Opportunities for Funding Universal Social Protection......
In a significant diplomatic outreach, Morocco's ambitious Atlantic Initiative was showcased in Drummondville, Quebec, highlighting the kingdom's strategic vision for intercontinental cooperation. The event, part of the 5th Moroccan Cultural Day, underscored Morocco's pivotal role in fostering......
In a significant move towards economic revitalization and social advancement, King Mohammed VI of Morocco presided over a pivotal Council of Ministers meeting at the Royal Palace in Rabat. The gathering focused on the nation's 2025 Finance Bill, which outlines a comprehensive strategy to boost Morocco's......
Morocco's business landscape is facing significant challenges, as revealed by a recent joint report from the World Bank and the Moroccan Observatory of Very Small, Small, and Medium Enterprises. The study, titled "Unleashing the Potential of the Moroccan Private Sector: An Analysis of Business......
The Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline, launched in 2016, is making significant progress toward its realization, with the goal of enhancing Africa’s energy infrastructure and fostering regional integration through the export of Nigerian gas. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is hosting......
Morocco has secured a vital agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance the recovery efforts for the regions affected by the Al Haouz earthquake. The Ministry of Economy and Finance, represented by Minister Delegate Fouzi Lekjaa, and EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris, signed the deal......
Morocco is taking significant strides to propel its digital economy forward with a new initiative aimed at nurturing startups across all stages of development. This move is part of the country's ambitious "Digital Morocco 2030" strategy, which seeks to modernize public services and stimulate......
The Kingdom of Morocco has once again distinguished itself in the realm of postal services, securing the title of "postal development champion" in the Arab world for the second year running. This recognition comes from the Universal Postal Union's (UPU) Integrated Index for Postal Development......
