Morocco’s blueberry harvest delayed amid growing global competition

Morocco’s blueberry sector is facing an unusual season this year as climate disruptions and increasing global competition reshape the timing of the harvest and the dynamics of international trade. Traditionally, Morocco occupies a strategic window in the global blueberry market. The country’s......

Moroccan dirham weakens against Euro and US dollar in early March

The Moroccan dirham weakened against major currencies during the first week of March, according to weekly indicators released by Bank Al-Maghrib. Between March 5 and 11, the dirham depreciated by 0.5% against the Euro and 0.8% against the United States dollar,......

Morocco ranks among Africa’s top aviation markets as Royal Air Maroc strengthens its position

The aviation sector in Morocco continues to expand rapidly, with the country emerging as one of the most dynamic air transport markets on the African continent. Recent industry analyses indicate that Morocco now ranks among the leading aviation markets in Africa while its national carrier, Royal Air......

Morocco’s airports record strong passenger growth at the start of 2026

Air traffic in Morocco continued to expand at the beginning of 2026, with airports across the country reporting a significant rise in passenger numbers during January. According to the Office National des Aéroports (ONDA), Moroccan airports handled more than 3.1 million passengers in January......

Morocco and EU discuss strengthening economic partnership

Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, held a telephone conversation with the European Commissioner responsible for the Mediterranean, Dubravka Šuica, to discuss ways to strengthen economic and commercial relations between Morocco and the European Union. During......

Forbes: fewer Arab billionaires but greater combined wealth in 2026

The latest global billionaire ranking published by Forbes reveals that although the number of Arab billionaires has slightly declined, their total wealth has grown significantly over the past year. According to the report, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region now counts 37 Arab......

Morocco advances green ammonia to secure fertilizer production

Morocco holds three-quarters of global phosphate reserves and ranks as the top exporter of phosphate-based fertilizers. Yet its ammonia production, essential for combining with phosphate to make fertilizers, relies entirely on imported natural gas. Disruptions, including the Ukraine war, have spiked......

Morocco emerges as key partner in EBRD green transition strategy for 2026–2030

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development has approved its new Green Economy Transition strategy (GET) for 2026–2030, aiming to mobilize at least €150 billion in green financing to accelerate climate-related investments across its regions of operation. Among the countries highlighted......

Morocco launches Noor Atlas solar program with 305 MW capacity

Morocco is advancing its renewable energy strategy with the launch of the Noor Atlas solar program, a major photovoltaic initiative developed jointly by Moroccan Agency for Sustainable Energy (Masen) and National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE). The two institutions announced the signing......

Morocco emerges as a leading green hydrogen pioneer in Africa

Morocco is increasingly positioning itself as one of Africa’s leading countries in the development of the green hydrogen industry, according to a recent report assessing the continent’s progress in clean energy innovation. The study highlights Morocco as one of the few “front-runner”......

Moody’s upgrades Morocco’s outlook to positive

Moody’s Ratings has revised Morocco’s sovereign credit outlook from “stable” to “positive,” signaling structural improvements in the kingdom’s economic and fiscal strength. The move could pave the way for a potential upgrade of Morocco’s overall credit......

China pledges to cut excess steel and oil refining capacity

China’s top economic planning body has announced plans to curb excess production capacity in major heavy industries, including steel and oil refining, as the country continues to struggle with persistent overproduction across key commodity sectors. The National Development and Reform Commission......

Morocco introduces zoning rules for coastal trawlers and longline fleets

Morocco has adopted new zoning regulations for coastal trawlers and longline fishing fleets as part of a broader strategy to manage marine resources more sustainably and improve fisheries governance. The State Secretariat for Maritime Fisheries announced two ministerial decisions establishing spatial......

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