U.S. President Donald Trump has unveiled plans to impose a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, alongside retaliatory tariffs aimed at countries that impose tariffs on American goods. Trump confirmed on Sunday that he would formally announce the steel and aluminum tariffs the next day, with......
Stellantis's manufacturing facility in Kenitra, Morocco, has launched production of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), marking a significant advancement in the region's automotive manufacturing capabilities. The plant aims to produce 1,000 AGVs annually, according to Faro de Vigo. The AGV workshop......
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that tariffs will soon be imposed on imports from the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK), despite hinting at the possibility of a trade agreement with Britain. The tariffs, set to come into effect on Tuesday, have already triggered global market......
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), in collaboration with the European Union (EU), has announced a €20 million loan to support young entrepreneurs in Morocco. The funding, provided in local currency, will primarily target micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)......
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......
The Federal Reserve is poised to announce a quarter-point reduction in its benchmark interest rate, lowering it from approximately 4.6% to around 4.3%. While this marks a continuation of recent cuts, the pace of rate reductions is expected to slow in 2025, signaling a shift in the central bank's......
China is increasing investments in Morocco to capitalize on the kingdom's strategic advantages, including its proximity to European markets and access to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In an analysis by Ahmed Aboudouh, an associate fellow at Chatham House, Morocco is identified......
In November 2024, Morocco marked a significant milestone in its wheat procurement strategy by importing 222,000 tons of wheat from Russia. This represents a substantial increase compared to the 119,000 tons imported during the same period the previous year. This shift highlights Morocco's growing......
The growing collaboration between Morocco and Russia, particularly in the fields of agriculture and fisheries, highlights the strategic convergence of interests between the two nations. This partnership, which began in 2020, has been gradually evolving and now includes the extension of cooperation in......
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has strengthened its long-standing partnership with Morocco by providing a significant €1 billion loan package. This marks a notable expansion of the EIB's nearly €10 billion investment in the country since 1979. EIB Vice President Ioannis Tsakiris outlined......
Morocco's industrial sector has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past 25 years, positioning the country as a major player in global manufacturing and trade. Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch, speaking at the second edition of Morocco's National Industry Day, highlighted the nation's......
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......
In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Morocco's Office of Railways (ONCF) have joined forces to enhance the climate resilience of Morocco's railway network. This partnership, formalized through a technical assistance agreement, aims to......
