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Economy


Morocco Secures €120 Million from AfDB for Climate and Governance Initiatives

In a significant move to bolster Morocco's economic stability and environmental resilience, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a substantial financial package of €120 million. This funding, part of the initial phase of the Support Program for Governance and Climate Resilience,......

Morocco Sets Sights on Robust Economic Expansion

In a bold forecast that has caught the attention of economic analysts, Morocco's Economy and Finance Minister, Nadia Fettah Alaoui, has unveiled an ambitious projection for the nation's economic growth. Speaking at a joint parliamentary session in Rabat, Fettah Alaoui announced that Morocco's......

THAMM Plus: Italy's Strategic Recruitment of Moroccan Mechatronics Experts

In a significant move to address labor shortages, Italy is actively seeking Moroccan professionals trained in mechatronics through the THAMM Plus Project. This initiative, funded by the European Union and spearheaded by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), aims to facilitate the professional......

Omar Hilale: Morocco's Visionary Reforms Set to Transform Economic and Social Landscape

Ambassador Omar Hilale Highlights Morocco's Ambitious Reforms at International Conference Morocco's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Omar Hilale, has underscored the country's bold and comprehensive structural and sectoral reforms, championed under the leadership......

Morocco's Ambitious Social Protection Initiative to Cost $3 Billion by 2025

Budget Planning Prioritizes Sustaining Project Momentum, Says Minister Fouzi Lekjaa. Morocco’s extensive social protection initiative is expected to require a substantial investment of MAD 29 billion ($3 billion) by 2025, as announced by Fouzi Lekjaa, Minister Delegate for the Budget. In an address......

LG Energy Solution Explores Morocco for Strategic EV Battery Production

In a significant industry move, South Korea's LG Energy Solution (LGES) is eyeing Morocco as a potential site for a new Electric Vehicle (EV) battery production facility. This strategic consideration comes as the company aims to strengthen its foothold in the European market amidst changing trade......

Maroc Telecom Expands Customer Base Amid Market Challenges and Legal Hurdles

Maroc Telecom, Morocco's foremost telecommunications provider, has reported a significant 5.1% increase in its customer base for the first half of 2024, reaching a total of 78.4 million subscribers. This growth comes despite facing stiff competition and legal challenges in its domestic market. The......

Morocco to Ease Income Tax Burden Amid Broad Reforms

The Moroccan government is poised to implement significant income tax reforms aimed at reducing the financial burden on workers while ensuring the persistence of crucial social support programs. This announcement was made by Fouzi Lekjaa, the Minister Delegate to the Minister of Economy and Finance,......

Visionary Leadership Propels Morocco to New Heights

AfDB President Lauds King Mohammed VI for Transformative Progress In a recent statement, Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), hailed the extraordinary advancements Morocco has achieved under the leadership of King Mohammed VI. As Morocco approaches Throne Day, Adesina......

Morocco's Social Assistance Program Sees 4.6 Million Applications by Early July

Morocco's social assistance initiative has witnessed a substantial response, with 4.6 million applications submitted by July 6. This announcement came from Nadia Fettah, the Minister of Economy and Finance, during a recent session in the House of Representatives. Fettah highlighted the current state......

Air Arabia Expands Morocco-Europe Connectivity with Three New Direct Routes

In a notable expansion of its network, Air Arabia has unveiled plans to introduce three new direct routes connecting Morocco with Europe. This strategic move aims to enhance travel options between Moroccan cities and key European destinations. Starting October 28, travelers can look forward to a new......

Promising Integration: Professional Training Graduates Thrive in Moroccan Job Market

In a significant development, the Minister of Economic Inclusion, Younes Sekkouri, has announced that graduates from professional training programs in Morocco are experiencing an impressive 90% integration rate into the job market. This revelation came during a recent interrogatory session at the House......

Morocco's Fiscal Outlook: Fitch Ratings Predicts Deficit Reduction by 2026

Projected Spending Cuts and Fiscal Strategies Signal Optimism Amid Challenges Morocco is on a path to reduce its fiscal deficit over the next few years, according to a new report from Fitch Ratings. The credit rating agency forecasts that the North African nation’s fiscal deficit will decrease......