Economy
AfDB President Lauds King Mohammed VI for Transformative Progress In a recent statement, Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), hailed the extraordinary advancements Morocco has achieved under the leadership of King Mohammed VI. As Morocco approaches Throne Day, Adesina......
In a notable expansion of its network, Air Arabia has unveiled plans to introduce three new direct routes connecting Morocco with Europe. This strategic move aims to enhance travel options between Moroccan cities and key European destinations. Starting October 28, travelers can look forward to a new......
Tetouan Park, Tanger Med Region – Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has officially commenced the construction of its pioneering Green Factory in North and West Africa, marking a significant milestone in the company's sustainable development journey. Strategically situated in the Tetouan Park......
ONDA Reports Double-Digit Growth in Passenger Numbers and Aircraft Movements Morocco's airports have experienced unprecedented growth in passenger traffic during the first half of 2024, as reported by the Office National des Aéroports (ONDA). The number of passengers soared by 19% compared......
Morocco has taken a significant step forward in modernizing its public transportation system, with taxi drivers across the country now equipped with innovative digital tablets that are revolutionizing the taxi experience. The company behind this transformation is Itechia, which recently launched the......
Ryanair, the European low-cost carrier, has made a significant move in strengthening its foothold in Morocco by officially opening a new base in the city of Tangier. This latest development marks the airline's fourth operational base within the North African country, representing a $200 million investment......
Spain's CaixaBank and Cofides have committed to financing Acciona's ambitious endeavor to construct a new desalination plant in Morocco. Each organization will extend a loan of €31 million, supporting a project valued at a total of €650 million. This significant investment will be managed......
Morocco's premier port defies global disruptions, sets sights on new milestones. In a year marked by global supply chain turbulence and security concerns, Morocco's Tanger Med Port is not just weathering the storm but thriving. The port is set to exceed its nominal processing capacity of nine......
"Spain respects Morocco much more and considers it as an important partner, given the figures and the evolution of the country." In an exclusive interview with *Atalayar* during the 10th Hispano-Moroccan Meeting on the Sea, Transport, and Logistics, José Estévez, President of......
In a curious twist of fate, Morocco's real estate market encountered a puzzling dynamic in the first quarter of 2024. While property prices showed a modest upward trend, the volume of transactions sharply declined, casting a perplexing shadow over the sector's dynamics. Data released by Bank......
In a bid to usher in a new era of sovereignty-focused industrial growth, Industrie du Maroc Magazine is set to host the sixth edition of Industry Meeting Morocco in Tangier on July 11-12. This year's event, themed “The New Industrial Era Driven by Sovereignty,” aligns with the strategic......
In a significant development marking a strategic collaboration between China and Morocco, Chinese companies are channeling substantial investments into transforming the North African nation into a key hub for electric car battery production and export. With investments amounting to at least €2.45......
Amid tightening Western sanctions in response to Russia's military actions in Ukraine, the country has sought alternative pathways to sustain its economic activities, particularly in oil exports and technology imports. In this challenging environment, an unexpected ally has emerged in the form of......
