Economy



Catalan delegation conducts economic mission in Morocco from May 27 to 29

A delegation of economic and institutional representatives from Catalonia, located in northeastern Spain, will undertake a mission to Morocco from May 27 to 29 to strengthen commercial and economic ties with the Kingdom. Organized by the Confederation of Employers of Catalonia (FDT) in collaboration......

French retail group Casino to expand with 210 stores in Morocco by 2035

The signing of the partnership French retail group Casino and Moroccan multi-sector company H&S Invest Holding announced on Monday a new partnership to bring Casino’s brands to Morocco. The first stores are expected to open in 2026. The two companies stated that the goal is to open more than......

Morocco advocates for strengthened global animal health action

Morocco has made a compelling case for enhanced collective action in support of global animal health during the 92nd General Assembly of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE), held from May 25 to 29 at the Maison de la Chimie in Paris. Speaking at this significant assembly, Ahmed El Bouari,......

Morocco rises in African startup ecosystem rankings

Morocco has secured a spot in the top 10 African startup ecosystems, according to the latest Global Startup Ecosystem Index 2025 from American consulting firm StartupBlink. The ranking shows progress for the North African country, but also reveals barriers that still limit growth. Morocco recorded the......

Critical mineral resources secures funding for copper project in Morocco

Critical Mineral Resources (CMR) has entered into a joint venture agreement to acquire a 60% interest in a promising copper-silver project located in central Morocco. This initiative is bolstered by a substantial investment of £1.33 million aimed at expediting the development of the site, which......

Morocco invests MAD 6.2 billion to revitalize livestock sector

Morocco’s Minister of Agriculture, Ahmed Bouari, recently unveiled a comprehensive national program designed to rejuvenate the country's livestock sector, which has suffered from ongoing drought and climate variability. This initiative represents a significant governmental effort to support......

ONEE secures €300 million from European partners for grid expansion

Morocco’s National Office of Electricity and Drinking Water (ONEE) has announced a significant €300 million financing package aimed at modernizing and extending the national electricity transport network. This funding, provided by the European Investment Bank (EIB), the German Development......

Morocco and AfDB enhance partnership for €2.9 billion development projects

Morocco and the African Development Bank are strengthening their strategic collaboration to accelerate key development initiatives through an ambitious portfolio review of €2.9 billion in structural investments. This review aims to optimize the effectiveness of 32 ongoing projects while ensuring......

Morocco and Saudi Arabia enhance judicial cooperation with new agreements

The Moroccan Government Council recently reviewed two pivotal cooperation agreements signed with Saudi Arabia, signifying a significant advancement in judicial collaboration between the two nations. Signed on November 13, 2024, in Riyadh, these agreements were presented by Morocco’s Minister of......

Morocco boosts power grid with $13 billion green energy plan ahead of 2030 World Cup

Morocco has unveiled a bold plan to more than double its power generation capacity by 2030, aligning energy goals with its upcoming role as co-host of the FIFA World Cup. The move signals a strategic pivot toward renewables as the country targets energy independence and sustainability. Energy Transition......

Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline: A pivotal project for energy supply in Africa

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has prioritized the $25 billion Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline as a cornerstone of his administration's initiatives. Senator Jimoh Ibrahim announced this commitment during an executive session of the African Parliament Union held in Casablanca. The ambitious infrastructure......

Korea hosts its inaugural job fair in Morocco

Casablanca prepares to host Korea's first-ever job fair in Morocco. The event, set for May 25, promises to bridge local talent with Korean enterprises, enhancing bilateral relations. The Korean Embassy in Morocco has announced that the job fair will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel from 2:00......

Portugal considers energy interconnection with Morocco amid French delays

As France continues to impede energy links from the Iberian Peninsula, Portugal is exploring the possibility of establishing an electrical interconnection with Morocco. This strategic consideration follows Spain's existing connection with the North African nation and arises in response to a recent......

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