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Morocco and Egypt strengthen trade ties with fast track system

Morocco and Egypt have taken significant steps to enhance their bilateral trade relations through the establishment of an Egyptian “Fast Track” system, aimed at streamlining access for Moroccan exports to Egyptian markets. According to a statement from Morocco’s Ministry of Industry......

Morocco and Egypt: A 'Fast Track' to Facilitate and Accelerate Moroccan Exports

In an effort to boost Moroccan exports, Egypt is set to introduce a "Fast Track" system aimed at simplifying and accelerating trade processes. The announcement follows a meeting between key officials: Ryad Mezzour, Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Commerce; Omar Hejira, the Secretary......

New U.S. Tariffs Stir Uncertainty in the Global Automotive Industry

In early April, President Donald Trump announced a new 25% tariff on imports of cars, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals. This addition follows previous tariffs on steel and aluminum that have already impacted Europe and Asia. Trump has indicated that these tariffs may increase further after one year. The......

Morocco: A rising power in the automotive industry

Morocco is emerging as a key player in the automotive industry in Africa and the Mediterranean region, according to the Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo. The country has positioned itself as a major production and export hub, supplying vehicles to over 70 countries, including France, Spain, and Italy.......

Stellantis Morocco launches first AGV production in Middle East-Africa

Stellantis's manufacturing facility in Kenitra, Morocco, has launched production of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), marking a significant advancement in the region's automotive manufacturing capabilities. The plant aims to produce 1,000 AGVs annually, according to Faro de Vigo. The AGV workshop......

Failed Nissan-Honda merger talks send shockwaves through Japanese auto sector

Nissan has officially ended merger negotiations with Honda, abandoning plans that would have created a formidable automotive alliance. The news, reported by the Nikkei financial daily, triggered significant market movements, with Nissan's shares plummeting while Honda's stock surged on the Tokyo......

Japanese automotive firms explore Morocco's promising market as gateway to Africa

In a significant development for Morocco's automotive sector, top Japanese automotive companies embarked on a business mission to Rabat, marking an important step in strengthening economic ties between the two nations. The mission, organized by the Japan External Trade Organization in Rabat (JETRO......

Chinese auto parts maker eyes strategic expansion with new Morocco facility

Shanghai Carthane, a prominent Chinese automotive components manufacturer, has announced plans to establish a new subsidiary in Morocco under the temporary name Kaizhong Morocco. The company disclosed this strategic move on the Shanghai Stock Exchange as part of its efforts to strengthen its foothold......

Morocco's industrial momentum: Aerospace and automotive sectors drive export growth in 2024

Morocco's aerospace industry demonstrated remarkable performance in 2024, with exports reaching MAD 26.45 billion, marking a 14.9% increase from the previous year. The assembly segment emerged as a key driver, expanding by 23.6% to MAD 17.23 billion, while the Electrical Wiring Interconnection System......