Morocco, Finland poised to strengthen cooperation in energy sectors

Morocco and Finland have signed an agreement meant to foster their cooperation in the energy sector. The document was signed during a virtual meeting between the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, Leïla Benali, and the Finnish Minister of Economy, Mika Lintilä, represented in Rabat by the Finnish Ambassador to Morocco, Pekka Hyvönen. The […]

Morocco’s economy grows 2.9% in 2024 first quarter despite drought

Morocco’s economic growth stood at 2.9% in the first three months this year, despite drought that undermined agricultural production. Led by domestic demand, non-agricultural growth was at 4% the same period thanks to the industrial sector and services, the high commissioner for planning said in a report. Rainfall was 42% lower compared to last year […]

U.S.-Egypt partnership strengthened with $235 million railway contracts

The U.S. Embassy in Cairo has announced the successful signing of three major contracts between Progress Rail, an American company, and Egyptian National Railways, collectively valued at over $235 million. The agreements, which were formalized on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at the Ministry of Transportation, mark a significant step in enhancing U.S.-Egyptian business relations while […]