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Rising Tensions as Moroccan Trucks Become Targets in Spanish Farming Crisis

Tensions in Catalonia surged once again yesterday as striking Spanish farmers directed their frustrations towards shipping containers from Morocco. In an act of protest, five trucks transporting beans and vegetables had their cargo dumped on the highway near Girona. This flashpoint action marks the......

Enhancing Trade Connectivity: Launching a New Shipping Route in the Mediterranean

A forthcoming direct shipping service is poised to inaugurate next month, heralding a substantial uplift in trade prospects between Morocco, Libya, Tunisia, and Spain. According to a report by the Tunis Afrique Presse Agency (TAP), this specialized container route will seamlessly connect the bustling......

Strengthening Economic Bonds: Morocco and Mauritania Forge Ambitious Investment Plans

The burgeoning trade and investment relationship between Morocco and Mauritania have reached new heights, as diplomatic and business leaders from both nations gather this week to bolster economic cooperation.  According to figures released by the Moroccan Embassy in Mauritania, trade volumes between......

Escalating Trade Tensions: Spanish Farmers Resort to Violence in Response to Moroccan Produce Imports

The simmering trade conflict between Spanish and Moroccan farmers has reached a critical juncture, marked by a series of violent protests triggered by the influx of Moroccan agricultural products. In a recent demonstration in Algeciras, Spain, farmers voiced their grievances against what they perceive......

Moroccan Farmers Defend Rights Amidst Hostility towards Agricultural Exports in Europe

Moroccan agricultural organizations are raising their voices following a series of violent attacks targeting exports to European markets, resulting in damage to goods and livelihoods. This week, the Moroccan Confederation of Agriculture and Rural Development (COMADER) issued a firm statement condemning......

Expansion of Kenitra Export Zone to Address Increasing Investor Demand

The Moroccan government has recently sanctioned the expansion of the Kenitra export processing zone in response to burgeoning investor interest in the region. In an announcement made on Thursday, following a meeting presided over by Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch, the government disclosed plans to augment......

Moroccan Expat Remittances Surge to $11.5 Billion in 2023

In 2023, remittances from Moroccan expatriates reached an all-time high of nearly 115.15 billion Moroccan dirhams ($11.5 billion), as reported by the country's Foreign Exchange Office. This figure marks a notable 4% increase compared to the previous year, underscoring the robust economic ties between......

Morocco's Trade Deficit Contracts with Rising Export Values and Falling Import Costs

Morocco's trade deficit, a longstanding concern, is displaying promising signs of improvement as the nation experiences a convergence of factors including a decrease in energy and food prices alongside an increase in export values. According to a recent report from Morocco's Office des Changes,......

Morocco Emerges as a Regional Economic Powerhouse

Minister Delegate Mohcine Jazouli recently highlighted Morocco's ascent as a leading regional economic force, showcasing a modern and highly diversified economy. Speaking at a business forum in Barcelona on Monday, Jazouli accentuated Morocco's world-class infrastructure, exemplified by the Tangier......