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Morocco is among the major producers of colbat in Africa with approximately 4,500 tons expected in 2025, according to the “African Exponent” online media platform. The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) tops the chart with 170,000 – 190,000 tons, accounting for 70-80% of global cobalt output. Rwanda comes in the 2nd place with 9,000 tons, […]
Morocco and European Union have reached a new historic agricultural agreement opening the EU market to Moroccan Saharan products with the same preferential tariffs as those applied to all Moroccan products. The deal is expected to boost agriculture and employment. It also confirms Morocco status as a key strategic partner of the European bloc. The […]
The right to protest is sacred in Morocco. This right is protected by the people for the people. During the few past days, young Moroccans staged protests for better healthcare and education. But Morocco’s enemies, rivals and corrupt politicians have exploited the naïve demonstrators to serve their own political agenda. Their goal is to destabilize […]
Morocco has consolidated its position among major European Union automotive suppliers, representing 4% of EU vehicle sales during the first half of 2025 according to European Automobile Manufacturers Association data. The kingdom ranks alongside China, Japan, Turkey, and South Korea as strategic partners in the global automotive value chain. This achievement results from expanding national […]
The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) on Wednesday hosted the 9th Annual Conference of Mediterranean Central Banks in Cairo, convening governors, policymakers, and senior officials from across the Euro-Mediterranean region. The event, organised in collaboration with Banco de España, the OECD, the European Institute of the Mediterranean (IEMed), and the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), […]
The United States has pledged significant support for the construction of Bishoftu International Airport in Ethiopia, a landmark $10 billion project aimed at transforming the Horn of Africa’s aviation landscape. Announced by U.S. Senior Advisor for Africa, Massad Boulos, during a recent visit to Ethiopia ahead of the United Nations General Assembly, this marks President […]
Mauritania has announced plans to establish a national nanosatellite program aimed at enhancing sovereign space capabilities and strengthening digital services across the country. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Digital Transformation, will involve the deployment of one or more low Earth orbit satellites, the construction of ground infrastructure, and the transfer of technological skills […]
Morocco has been elected to the International Civil Aviation Organization Council during the 42nd session of the United Nations aviation body in Montreal. The kingdom’s selection demonstrates international confidence in Morocco’s aviation sector development and commitment to global civil aviation standards. “The kingdom’s brilliant election to the ICAO Council illustrates Morocco’s strong reputation and international […]
Morocco’s domestic commerce sector participated in comprehensive discussions at Maamora near Salé, bringing together merchants, federations, professional associations, and private operators to address structural challenges within this essential economic sector. The gathering focused on formalizing retail operations while advancing digital integration across small-scale commerce, reported L’Economiste daily this Wednesday. Industry and Commerce Minister Ryad Mezzour […]
Morocco’s trade deficit reached 225.29 billion dirhams through August 2025, increasing 15.5% compared to the corresponding 2024 period, according to Foreign Exchange Office data. This widening gap results from import growth outpacing export expansion despite positive performance in other economic sectors. Imports surged 8.4% to 533.42 billion dirhams while exports grew more moderately at 3.8%, […]