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Spain’s unique approach to migration and its economic success

From Madrid to Barcelona, Spain’s vibrant economy is evident in bustling restaurants, packed hotels, and a thriving service sector. Recognized by The Economist as the world’s best-performing economy in 2024, Spain’s success is attributed in part to a distinctive migration policy that......

Morocco's job market shows urban growth amid rural decline in 2024

The Moroccan economy generated 82,000 new jobs in 2024, marking a significant recovery from the previous year's loss of 157,000 positions, according to the High Commission for Planning (HCP). This growth emerged primarily from urban areas, which added 162,000 jobs, while rural regions experienced......

Morocco Unveils $1.3 Billion Plan to Combat Youth Unemployment

Morocco's government has launched an ambitious MAD 14 billion ($1.3 billion) initiative to address unemployment challenges, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for young job seekers without formal qualifications. The comprehensive strategy, announced by Economic Inclusion Minister Younes......

Morocco’s Unemployment Rate Climbs to 21.3%, Census Data Reveals

Unemployment in Morocco has surged to 21.3%, according to the latest findings from the country’s general population and housing census. This marks a notable increase from the 16.2% unemployment rate reported in the 2014 census, signaling a growing labor market challenge. Chakib Benmoussa, the High......

A Closer Look at Morocco's Labor Market Amid Rising Unemployment Rates in Q3 2024

The latest report from the Haut-Commissariat au Plan (HCP) reveals a troubling increase in Morocco's unemployment rate, which has risen to 13.6% in the third quarter of 2024. This marks a slight uptick from 13.5% during the same period last year, despite the net creation of 213,000 jobs over the......

Navigating the Challenges of U.S. Payroll Growth Amid External Disruptions

The U.S. labor market showed signs of weakness in October, with payroll growth significantly affected by a combination of adverse weather conditions and labor strikes. Economists are interpreting these fluctuations as temporary setbacks rather than indicative of a broader economic downturn. Recent reports......

Drought Casts Long Shadow Over Morocco's Labor Market in the 1st quarter of 2024

In a sobering revelation, the latest report from the High Commission for Planning (HCP) has painted a grim picture of Morocco's labor market during the first quarter of 2024, with the lingering effects of drought taking a severe toll on employment prospects, particularly in rural areas. According......

Addressing Gender Disparities in Morocco's Labor Market: An Urgent Call to Action

In Morocco, recent findings from the High Commission of Planning (HCP) reveal a stark reality: women face a staggering 73% probability of remaining inactive in the labor market, in stark contrast to the mere 7.5% likelihood for men. This alarming gender disparity sheds light on the deeply entrenched......