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Soaring Connections: Royal Air Maroc Launches Direct Abuja-Casablanca Route

In a significant development for African air travel, Royal Air Maroc (RAM) has inaugurated a direct flight route between Abuja and Casablanca, marking a new chapter in Morocco-Nigeria relations. The maiden flight took off from Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja on Sunday, heralding an era......

Morocco’s Core Inflation Sees 2.2% Year-Over-Year Spike in May

Core inflation in Morocco experienced a notable rise of 2.2% in May 2024 compared to the same month last year, as reported by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This increase underscores persistent inflationary pressures within the Moroccan economy, even as the broader Consumer Price Index (CPI)......

Casablanca Tops North African Cities in Oxford Economics Global Index

The Global Cities Index also highlights Rabat, Agadir, and Marrakech among other Moroccan cities. Casablanca has emerged as the most attractive city in North Africa, according to the Global Cities Index 2024 by Oxford Economics. The Moroccan economic hub has been ranked 442nd out of 1,000 cities worldwide......

COVID-19 and Inflation Compound Morocco’s Economic Inequalities, HCP Report Reveals

Disparities Deepen as Morocco’s Poor Bear the Brunt of Economic Crises Morocco’s recent economic challenges have disproportionately affected its least affluent citizens, according to a comprehensive report by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). The report highlights how the COVID-19......

Energean Streamlines Global Operations to Zero In on Morocco

London-based Energean PLC divests Egyptian, Italian, and Croatian portfolios in a $945 million deal, aiming to sharpen its focus on Moroccan assets. In a strategic move poised to reshape its global footprint, Energean PLC, headquartered in London, has announced the sale of its portfolios in Egypt, Italy,......

The Ever-Evolving Landscape of Date Imports in Morocco

In a market that ebbs and flows with the rhythms of the seasons, Morocco remains a significant importer of dates during the 2023/2024 campaign, as revealed by the latest report from the specialized platform EastFruit. Despite robust figures, the Kingdom may witness slightly lower imports compared to......

Morocco and Spain Share the Spotlight in the Global Tomato Market

In a remarkable display of dominance, Morocco and Spain have emerged as the reigning tomato titans, each exporting an impressive 658.7 million kilos in 2023, according to the specialized portal Hortoinfo. This achievement is all the more notable considering the relentless drought that has gripped the......

Volkswagen Selects Morocco as Key Hub for EV Battery Production

In a strategic move aimed at bolstering Europe's electric vehicle (EV) industry, Volkswagen has identified Morocco as a pivotal center for battery production. This decision underscores the pressing need to address the supply chain gaps that have hindered Europe's efforts to establish a robust......

Morocco Emerges as Major Buyer of Gas from Spain Two Years After Reopening Pipeline

Rabat's Strategic Move: How Morocco Became a Key Customer for Spanish Gas In a significant turn of events, the Spanish government's decision to reopen the Maghreb-Europe gas pipeline two years ago, reversing its flow to supply gas to Morocco, has redefined the energy dynamics in the region.......

Royal Air Maroc Expands Network for Busy Summer Travel Season

As summer approaches, Royal Air Maroc (RAM), Morocco's national airline, is gearing up for an anticipated surge in passenger demand by significantly enhancing its network and seat capacity. The airline's strategic expansion aims to provide travelers with more options and improved connectivity......

Morocco Streamlines Export Procedures with Online Issuance of Certificates of Origin for African Continental Free Trade Area

In a pioneering move set to revolutionize Morocco's trade relations with its African counterparts, the Customs and Indirect Tax Administration (ADII) has announced the digitalization of the application process for certificates of origin for Moroccan products destined for export to countries within......

Living Costs for Expatriates: Casablanca and Rabat Shine as Affordable Hubs in MENA

In the ever-shifting landscape of global living expenses, Casablanca and Rabat, two of Morocco's vibrant metropolitan centers, have emerged as affordable havens for expatriates in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The latest cost-of-living survey by Mercer, a renowned authority in the......

Mineral Water Tax Boosts Local Government Revenues

Recent figures released by the Ministry of Interior have revealed a remarkable surge in revenues from mineral and table water sources, benefiting local authorities. Revenues soared from 170.3 million dirhams in 2022 to an astonishing 803.2 million dirhams in 2023. According to the Economic, Social and......