Economy
Jordan’s King Abdullah II became the first Arab leader to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House since the start of Trump's second term on January 20. However, the meeting placed Abdullah in a challenging position, given the strong historical ties between Jordan and the U.S.......
Morocco's date market is experiencing a significant shift as the country increases imports ahead of Ramadan, with Egyptian products dominating local marketplaces. This development comes as Morocco grapples with drought conditions affecting domestic palm date production. Agriculture Minister Ahmed......
A significant cross-border investment has emerged in North Africa's startup ecosystem as Egyptian-based Beltone Venture Capital invests in Moroccan eyewear company LNKO. The investment, while undisclosed, will fuel LNKO's expansion across Africa. LNKO, established in 2020 by Maha Bennani, has......
Swedish retailer H&M is strengthening its manufacturing presence in Morocco as part of a strategic response to potential US trade restrictions, according to the company's finance chief. This move represents a significant shift toward regional supply chains, with Morocco positioned as a key production......
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......
The ambitious Xlinks Morocco-UK power project, set to become the world's longest subsea cable at 4,000 kilometers, is actively seeking political backing to secure its £24 billion ($29.9 billion) investment plan. The project aims to connect Moroccan renewable energy directly to British homes,......
Morocco is making significant strides in renewable energy, emerging as a key player in Africa's sustainable energy landscape. The North African nation's ambitious goals serve as a model for other countries on the continent. A beacon of renewable energy in Africa Morocco is solidifying its position......
The Tanger Med Port has achieved a significant milestone by securing third place in the 2024 Global Port Performance Index (CPPI), marking a remarkable leap from its previous fifth position. This advancement underscores Morocco's relentless efforts to enhance its port infrastructure and logistics......
Morocco's expatriate community continues to make substantial contributions to the national economy, with diaspora remittances reaching MAD 108.67 billion ($10.7 billion) by November 2024, according to recent data from Morocco's Office of Foreign Exchange. This represents a 2.8% increase compared......
Morocco has secured its position as Africa's most attractive investment destination, according to the Amadeus Institute's 2024 Africa Attractiveness and Stability Indices. The North African nation achieved a commanding score of 77.45 in attractiveness and 76.04 in stability, placing it first......
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Egypt have reached a critical agreement to unlock $1.2 billion in funding aimed at stabilizing the country’s struggling public finances. This "staff-level agreement" is still subject to approval by the IMF's Executive Board, marking a significant......
Morocco has introduced temporary anti-dumping tariffs on canned tomato imports from Egypt following an investigation by the Ministry of Trade and Industry. This move responds to a complaint from the National Federation of Food Industries, highlighting concerns about unfair trade practices affecting the......
Energean’s CEO has recently made a statement, widely reported by international media, suggesting the company’s possible exit from Morocco. He explained, “We drilled an offshore well in Morocco, but the results did not meet our expectations. Therefore, I do not foresee any further development,......
