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Morocco, Brazil set up parliamentary friendship group

Moroccan and Brazilian MPs created a parliamentary friendship group that builds on decades of strong bilateral ties between the two countries. At the group’s first meeting, attended by Morocco’s ambassador in Brasilia, Brazilian senator Mara Gabrilli of the socialist democratic party was elected chairwoman. “This is a key tool in order to reinforce bilateral relations […]

Morocco partners with China Eastern Airlines to boost Chinese tourism

Morocco’s National Tourism Office and China Eastern Airlines signed a strategic partnership agreement Monday in Rabat aimed at intensifying promotion of Morocco as a destination in the rapidly growing Chinese market. Tourism Minister Fatim-Zahra Ammor presided over the ceremony where ONMT Director General Achraf Fayda and China Eastern Airlines President Wang Zhiqing initialed the accord. […]

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 […]