Economy



Strengthening cargo security: Morocco and the United States deepen strategic cooperation

Abdellatif Amrani, Director General of the Moroccan Customs and Indirect Tax Administration, and Donald Conroy, Executive Director for International Operations and Advisory at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, signed a Declaration of Principles in Rabat confirming Morocco’s participation......

Remote work rises in Morocco, but workers face lack of legal protections

The rise of remote and app-based work is transforming Morocco’s job market, offering new opportunities and flexibility. However, many workers in these growing sectors face significant challenges, including low wages, no health insurance, and a lack of job security, according to a new report by......

€1.6bn pledged by EU investment bank for Spain-France power link

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed €1.6 billion to finance the Bay of Biscay electricity interconnection, a critical project aimed at strengthening energy links between Spain and France. This initiative comes in response to Spain’s calls for improved infrastructure following......

Morocco advances industrial sovereignty with $12.49 billion in new projects

On Monday, Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour announced the selection of 1,839 industrial projects aimed at enhancing Morocco’s industrial sovereignty. These projects, chosen by June 10, represent a total investment of MAD 124.9 billion ($12.49 billion). The initiative seeks to strengthen......

Morocco’s tax revenues surge to MAD 220 billion in 2024, driven by digital reforms

Morocco's tax revenues reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with net collections amounting to MAD 220.52 billion ($24.23 billion), as revealed by the General Directorate of Taxes (DGI) in its annual report. This figure marks a 16% increase from the previous year and represents 111% of the targets......

Sound Energy and Gaia join forces to boost Morocco’s solar energy capacity

British company Sound Energy has partnered with Gaia Energy Ltd. to develop up to 270 megawatts of solar power at multiple sites across Morocco, marking a significant step in reducing the country’s reliance on imported fossil fuels while advancing its clean energy goals. A strategic partnership......

Morocco urges small shopkeepers to embrace digital payments to combat retail competition

Morocco’s government is calling on neighborhood shopkeepers, known locally as moul hanout, to adopt digital payment systems in response to mounting competition from retail giants. Secretary of State to the Minister of Industry, Omar Hjira, emphasized the need for these small businesses to modernize,......

Morocco Gains Ground in the Global Aerospace Industry

Morocco has firmly established itself as a competitive player in the global aerospace sector, according to the Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, during the opening of the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget. Speaking to MAP, Minister Mezzour highlighted growing international interest in Morocco’s......

Boeing deepens ties with Morocco through aerospace partnership

Boeing has solidified its presence in Morocco’s aerospace sector by partnering with Casablanca Aéronautique, a subsidiary of France's Figeac Aéro Group, to produce machined parts for the 737 MAX aircraft. The agreement reinforces Boeing’s long-standing engagement in the......

Green economy project empowers Moroccan youth through sustainable opportunities

The GREEN project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability in Morocco's green economy, officially concluded its two-year run on June 12. Spearheaded by EFE-Maroc in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), the program exceeded......

Green economy project empowers Moroccan youth through sustainable opportunities

The GREEN project, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability in Morocco's green economy, officially concluded its two-year run on June 12. Spearheaded by EFE-Maroc in collaboration with the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID), the program exceeded......

Morocco unveils first 1,000 MW offshore wind project near Essaouira

Morocco has announced the launch of its first offshore wind farm, a 1,000-megawatt project set to be built near Essaouira. The landmark initiative, unveiled on June 10 during the Mediterranean Day at the UN Conference on Oceans (UNOC3) in Nice, marks a significant step in the country’s transition......

Emirati prince expands economic presence in Morocco through new holding company

Sheikh Ammar Hamid Rashid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of the Emirate of Ajman, has launched a new investment initiative in Morocco by establishing a holding company named Frame Holding, according to Médias24. The new company is based on Jean Jaurès Street in Casablanca and was founded on April......

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