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Brazilian Senate Approves Landmark Investment Pact with Morocco

In a decisive move to enhance economic collaboration, the Brazilian Senate has sanctioned a legislative decree to facilitate investments with Morocco. This agreement, originally signed on June 13, 2019, during the visit of Morocco's Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita to Brasília, outlines a comprehensive......

China's BTR Group to Establish $366 Million Lithium-ion Battery Facility in Morocco

China's BTR Group has unveiled plans to construct a lithium-ion battery plant in Tangier Technology City, Morocco. This ambitious project, valued at $366 million, is slated for completion in approximately two years and marks a pivotal move in BTR's global expansion strategy. The facility aims......

Morocco's Strategic Leap in Clean Energy: $370 Million Lithium Battery Initiative

China Baoan and its subsidiary Betrui have unveiled a substantial $370 million investment in Tanger Science and Technology City, aimed at producing 60,000 tons of anode material annually. This development strengthens Morocco's foothold in the global lithium battery market. Building on Betrui’s......

Moroccan Gas Price Increase Sparks Public Outcry Amid Subsidy Cuts

A recent survey by Sunergia has highlighted widespread dissatisfaction among Moroccans regarding the recent hike in gas cylinder prices. The increase, effective from May 20, raised the cost of a 12 kg cylinder from MAD 40 to MAD 50, aligning with the government's plan to gradually eliminate butane......

Morocco's Ascent: Leading Africa in Global Service Exports

Morocco has emerged as a standout in the global service export arena, climbing to the 29th position in 2023. With service exports reaching an impressive $25 billion, a 16% increase from the previous year, this North African nation leads the continent's growth in this sector, according to the World......

Inflation’s Toll: How Rising Costs Impact Moroccan Women’s Health

Morocco is grappling with a severe cost-of-living crisis, deeply affecting hunger and anemia rates among young women. Despite post-COVID economic growth, inflation has strained middle and lower-income families, leading to increased food insecurity. Economic Struggles and Food Scarcity The UN’s......

Enhancing Morocco's Financial Landscape: Key to Attracting Global Investors

Morocco must revitalize its financial sector to enhance its appeal as a business hub, according to the Milken Institute's 2024 Global Opportunity Index (GOI). Despite efforts to improve business allure, Morocco ranks 80th out of 129 countries in business infrastructure. The GOI evaluates countries......

Navigating the Path to Prosperity: Morocco’s Strategic Transition to High-Income Status

Morocco stands at a pivotal crossroads as it seeks to transition to high-income status. The World Bank’s 2024 World Development Report, titled “The Middle Income Trap,” outlines a comprehensive roadmap for over 100 middle-income nations, including Morocco, to achieve this ambitious......

Morocco's Cannabis Export: A New Frontier in Legal Trade

In 2023, Moroccan operators successfully exported 200 kilograms of legal cannabis resin, marking a significant step in the nation's burgeoning cannabis industry. This resin, with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content below 1%, was priced between €1,500 and €1,800 per kilogram, depending......

Moroccan Firms Shine in Forbes Middle East 2024 Rankings

Morocco's corporate landscape has made a remarkable impact in the Forbes Middle East 2024 rankings, with four companies earning prestigious spots among the top 100 listed firms. Attijariwafa Bank Group: A Financial Powerhouse Attijariwafa Bank Group, under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Mohamed......

Morocco Prepares for 2030 FIFA World Cup with Ambitious Infrastructure Plans

Morocco is setting the stage for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal, by unveiling a strategic infrastructure development plan as part of its 2025 Finance Bill. This initiative aims to transform key cities into world-class venues, ready to welcome the global sporting......

Morocco Faces Escalating Meat Prices Amid Drought and Supply Chain Challenges

Morocco is currently experiencing a severe meat crisis, with the cost of beef and lamb soaring above 100 MAD, leaving many citizens struggling to afford these essential foods. This significant price hike, ongoing for nearly two years, has sparked widespread public discontent and placed immense pressure......

Morocco's Strategic Cash Surplus Maneuvers

In a significant move, the Moroccan Treasury and External Finance Department, operating under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, has executed three substantial cash surplus investments totaling MAD 13.2 billion. The first transaction involved a repo investment valued at MAD 11 billion, spread over......