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Unprecedented Surge: Moroccan-Israeli Trade Thrives Amid Gaza Conflict

In a remarkable development, trade between Morocco and Israel has skyrocketed in 2024, reaching unprecedented levels despite the ongoing conflict in Gaza. This economic boom, facilitated by the 2020 Abraham Accords, has sparked critical debates about the implications of deepening economic ties amidst......

Morocco's Ascent: Leading Africa in Global Service Exports

Morocco has emerged as a standout in the global service export arena, climbing to the 29th position in 2023. With service exports reaching an impressive $25 billion, a 16% increase from the previous year, this North African nation leads the continent's growth in this sector, according to the World......

Ceuta and Melilla: Potential Shift in Sovereignty by 2030?

In a bold assertion, Spanish intelligence analyst Fernando Cocho suggests that the cities of Ceuta and Melilla may come under shared Spanish-Moroccan sovereignty by the early 2030s. Cocho claims this strategic move has the backing of both the European Union, notably France, and the United States. The......

Morocco's Cannabis Export: A New Frontier in Legal Trade

In 2023, Moroccan operators successfully exported 200 kilograms of legal cannabis resin, marking a significant step in the nation's burgeoning cannabis industry. This resin, with a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content below 1%, was priced between €1,500 and €1,800 per kilogram, depending......

Suspected Houthis Target a Third Vessel in the Red Sea

The Red Sea has become a focal point of international tension as Yemen's Houthi rebels allegedly targeted a ship on Tuesday. This incident marks the third in a series of assaults linked to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, further disrupting the vital maritime trade route and intensifying concerns......

Arts et Métiers Campus in Rabat Gains Official State Recognition

The Arts et Métiers Campus in Rabat has reached a significant milestone with its recent official recognition by the Moroccan government. This acknowledgment underscores the institution's growing impact on higher education in Morocco. Born from a strategic collaboration between the Moroccan......

Morocco's Energy Imports Decline Amid Shifting Trade Patterns

In 2023, Morocco experienced a notable 20.4% decrease in energy product imports, totaling MAD 122 billion, as reported by the Office des Changes. The decline was primarily driven by reduced imports of diesel and fuel oil, which made up the majority of the decrease. The country's foreign trade report......

Diplomatic Ties Strengthened: Morocco and France Forge a New Path

In a significant diplomatic move, Morocco and France have embarked on a mission to enhance their strategic partnership. This initiative, marked by high-level discussions, has been ongoing since October 2023. Ambassador Samira Sitaïl, Morocco's envoy to France, recently met with French Interior......

US Agricultural Exports to Morocco Soar to $610 Million in 2023

Morocco Emerges as a Key Market for American Agricultural Products The United States has witnessed a substantial surge in its agricultural exports to Morocco, with the total value reaching an impressive $610.17 million in 2023, as reported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Reflecting on......