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Morocco’s economic growth is expected to moderate slightly from 4.6 per cent in 2025 to 4.4 per cent in 2026 and 4.0 per cent in 2027, according to projections of the European Bank for Reconstruction & Development. In its latest Regional Economic Prospects, the Bank says strong tourism and remittances have continued to support external […]
Algeria’s latest diplomatic retreat in its standoff with France appears to confirm a pattern identified according to which Algiers confrontational strategy- aimed at forcing Western powers to support separatism in the Sahara territory- repeatedly ends in concessions without gains. Algeria had escalated tensions with Paris after France officially recognized Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara territory. […]
King Mohammed VI was represented by Morocco’s Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch at the national tribute ceremony held in Paris on Wednesday for French philosopher and writer Edgar Morin, who passed away on May 29. The ceremony, chaired by French President Emmanuel Macron, took place at l’Hôtel National des Invalides, and was attended by the […]
The London-based Xtract Resources Company has announced it obtained a 10-year mining license for the Amghas antimony project in northwest Morocco, marking a major step toward near-term production. In parallel, the Company has begun relocating existing processing plant infrastructure from Casablanca to Amghas, while Wildstone SARL (“Wildstone”), Xtract’s 80%-owned venture, finalizes documentation for a processing […]
Morocco and the United Kingdom are aiming to double the volume of their bilateral trade from 4.5 billion pounds currently, officials said, as both countries move to deepen economic cooperation and boost bilateral investment. The goal was stated during the 4th session of the Morocco-UK Association Council held in Rabat, under the co-chairmanship of Minister […]
Morocco and the European Union launched a program to support the Kingdom’s national water policy for a total cost of 3.7 billion dirhams (€348 million), as the country faces mounting pressure on its water resources due to climate change and recurring droughts. The program, unveiled in Rabat, is backed by the EU along with Germany, […]
British Trade minister Chris Bryant arrived Tuesday in Rabat accompanied by 50 UK businesses for talks with Moroccan government officials and private sector on the investment opportunities as the North African Kingdom will co-host the FIFA World Cup 2030, one of the largest global economic events. After his talks with Moroccan Foreign minister Nasser Bourita, […]
Famous Moroccan Ksar Aït Ben Haddou village, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has been selected by UNESCO and the TUI Care Foundation for a new global partnership aimed at promoting sustainable tourism development and contributing to heritage preservation while generating long-term benefits for local communities. UNESCO and the TUI Care Foundation have joined efforts to […]
King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolences and compassion to the family of the French philosopher and sociologist Edgar Morin who passed away on Friday. In this message, the Sovereign said he learned with deep emotion and sadness of the passing of Edgar Morin, an immense figure of universal thought, a sociologist and […]
The Moroccan Atlantic coastal city of El Jadida is emerging as one of the most attractive international destinations for UK travelers looking for luxury at half price and none of the crowds, said Daily Mail. El Jadida has been dubbed the “new Dubai” by the British newspaper. It is just three hours from London. The […]