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Foreign investment in Africa remains under strain despite a rebound in global capital flows, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said last week, warning that weak project finance, high borrowing costs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to deter long-term investment on the continent. In its Global Investment Trends Monitor, published in January, UNCTAD […]
King Mohammed VI has expressed strong determination to strengthen further the strategic partnership set with India to serve the shared interests of the two countries. In a message of congratulations sent to President of India Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of her country’s National Day, the Monarch lauded the excellent relations of friendship and cooperation […]
French travel group Voyage Privé has designated Morocco as “Best Destination 2025,” recognizing the country’s exceptional tourism trajectory driven by the Moroccan National Tourist Office’s (ONMT) strategy and solidly anchored growth dynamics across European markets. The distinction acknowledges Morocco’s overall performance, renewed attractiveness, and the relevance of strategic choices implemented by the ONMT. The award […]
Morocco’s economy is projected to grow by 5% in 2026, up from an estimated 4.7% in 2025, with the acceleration largely driven by a rebound in agriculture made possible by abundant and well‑distributed rainfall since late November 2025, Morocco’s planning agency said. National dam filling rates have exceeded the 50% threshold for the first time […]
The Moroccan Atlantic city of Agadir hosts the third edition of the Regional Social and Solidarity Economy Fair from January 26 through February 1, 2026. The event continues efforts to deepen the momentum for valorizing social and solidarity economy products, according to organizers. The fair aims to highlight regional actors’ specificities and expertize while reinforcing […]
Morocco and UN Economic Commission for Africa signed on Friday the Host Country Agreement for the organization of ECA’s 58th session and Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (COM2026). The agreement was inked in Rabat by ECA Executive Secretary Claver Gatete and Morocco Minister of Economy and Finance Nadia Fettah Alaoui. […]
Indian manufacturer Tata Sons’ defense arm is stepping up its overseas ambitions as India pushes to expand its militaryindustrial base and boost arms exports in Africa from its Morocco factory. The conglomerate is in talks to supply military hardware to several African and European countries, senior executives told the Financial Times. In September, Tata took […]
U.S. and Moroccan customs officials are joining forces to make the world safer through innovation and cooperation in customs enforcement, said the U.S. embassy in a post on its X account. The U.S. Department of Commerce led a workshop, in partnership with Morocco’s Customs Administration, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to share global […]
Morocco’s economy is expected to accelerate to 5% growth in 2026, up from an estimated 4.7% in 2025, as the agricultural sector recovers from seven consecutive years of severe drought. The resurgence comes alongside sustained performance from non-agricultural activities, bolstered by strong domestic demand and price stability, according to recent data from the High Commission […]
Morocco and Senegal will hold the 5 th session of the High Joint Partnership Commission as scheduled for January 26-27 in Rabat, Moroccan authorities confirmed following a Wednesday phone conversation between the two countries’ heads of government. Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch and his Senegalese counterpart Ousmane Sonko reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across […]