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Morocco’s ports report 60.8 million tonnes of traffic in Q1 2025, driven by transshipment and tourism

Moroccan ports handled 60.8 million tonnes of commercial traffic in the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a 10.2% year-on-year increase, according to the Directorate of Studies and Financial Forecasts. This growth underscores Morocco’s expanding role as a global logistics and trade hub. Transshipment......

Morocco’s ONCF launches summer plan to serve millions of travelers with expanded rail services

The National Railway Office (ONCF) has rolled out its “Summer 2025” plan to handle the surge in passenger traffic during the peak travel season. Running from June 23 to September 14, the initiative aims to enhance travel experiences for domestic passengers, Moroccan expatriates, and tourists......

Morocco sees slight drop in living costs for May, but inflation persists year-on-year

Morocco’s cost of living experienced a modest decline in May, providing temporary relief to households following months of price instability. However, year-on-year inflation continues to weigh on budgets, highlighting the ongoing financial strain faced by many families. Monthly dip driven by food......

Morocco to renegotiate free trade pact with Turkiye amid trade deficit concerns

Morocco is preparing to reassess its free trade agreement (FTA) with Turkiye as it seeks to address a growing trade deficit, which has reached alarming levels due to significant imports of Turkish textiles and fabrics. According to sources close to the matter, Moroccan officials aim to push for increased......

Morocco and US bolster trade security with new container security agreement

Morocco and the United States have strengthened their customs cooperation by signing a new bilateral Container Security Initiative (CSI) agreement in Rabat. This initiative aims to enhance cargo security while facilitating the increasing volume of trade between the two nations. The agreement, which......

Morocco strengthens its position as a global aerospace hub with ambitious plans for growth

Morocco is solidifying its status as a global leader in the aerospace industry, with 150 companies operating nationwide and generating an annual revenue of €2.5 billion. The sector currently employs 26,000 professionals and is poised for significant expansion in the coming years. A growing aerospace......

Strengthening cargo security: Morocco and the United States deepen strategic cooperation

Abdellatif Amrani, Director General of the Moroccan Customs and Indirect Tax Administration, and Donald Conroy, Executive Director for International Operations and Advisory at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, signed a Declaration of Principles in Rabat confirming Morocco’s participation......

Green economy project empowers Moroccan youth through sustainable opportunities

The GREEN project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability in Morocco's green economy, officially concluded its two-year run on June 12. Spearheaded by EFE-Maroc in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), the program exceeded......

Green economy project empowers Moroccan youth through sustainable opportunities

The GREEN project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability in Morocco's green economy, officially concluded its two-year run on June 12. Spearheaded by EFE-Maroc in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), the program exceeded......

Morocco-Spain tunnel: forging a new era of Euro-African connection

A proposed tunnel under the Strait of Gibraltar is drawing fresh attention as Morocco and Spain renew efforts to bridge their continents. Beyond the technical challenges, the project symbolizes a potential transformation in diplomacy, trade, and cultural integration between Europe and Africa. Reviving......

Air Nostrum expands summer routes between Spain and Morocco

Iberia’s regional airline boosts flights connecting Málaga, Tangier, and Casablanca Air Nostrum, the regional franchise of Iberia, has expanded its summer network with new routes linking Spain and Morocco. The airline now offers regular flights between Málaga and two major Moroccan......

Morocco and china: strategic partnership reshaping the automotive industry

Morocco has emerged as a pivotal player in the global automotive sector, transforming from an outsider to the leading car producer in Africa. Remarkably, it has become the primary supplier of vehicles to the European Union, surpassing established giants......

Valencia economic delegation to visit Tangier amid growing Morocco-Spain trade

A high-level economic delegation from Spain’s Valencia region will visit Tangier on June 2 and 3 to reinforce trade and investment ties with Morocco. Organized by the Valencia Chamber of Commerce, the Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima Chamber of Commerce, and the Moroccan Consulate General in Valencia,......

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