- 17:00Israel vows to strike Iran again if threatened, defense minister warns
- 16:20Morocco sees record 8.9 million tourists in first half of 2025
- 15:50Morocco aims to secure five-month wheat stock amid price drop
- 15:20Macron and Starmer to sign historic nuclear deterrence pact
- 14:50Chemsedine Talbi completes Sunderland move after stellar Club Brugge season
- 14:20Police in Marrakech detain Algerian-French suspect wanted by Interpol
- 13:30EU unveils stockpiling plan to prepare for crises and conflict
- 12:50Spain eases lockdowns as firefighters stabilize Catalonia forest blaze
- 12:20Spaniards favor China over the US in shifting global perceptions
Follow us on Facebook
Morocco Emerges as Key Beneficiary of UK Trade Diversification Post-Brexit
In the wake of the UK's endeavor to broaden its trade alliances beyond the EU, Morocco and Egypt have stood out as significant beneficiaries, particularly in terms of increased British imports. A recent analysis by the Daily Express reveals a remarkable surge of over 200% in imports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco and Egypt into the UK, spanning the period from 2018 to 2022.
This noteworthy shift can be attributed to the complexities arising post-Brexit, specifically the challenges surrounding trade protocols with EU member states. These challenges have prompted British importers to forge stronger partnerships with North African nations. Notably, the UK has become increasingly reliant on Morocco for a range of produce, including raspberries, tomatoes, and tangerines, with expenditures exceeding £425 million on Moroccan fruits and vegetables in 2022 alone.
While the significance of EU trade persists, the rapid growth in imports from Morocco contrasts with the stagnation observed in exports from certain EU member states, such as Spain. This evolving landscape underscores the success of the post-Brexit partnership between the UK and Morocco, further solidified by the Association Agreement signed in 2019.
The data not only underscores the economic success but also points towards potential alignment on political issues. The UK's support for Morocco’s autonomy plan is gaining momentum, indicating that deepening economic ties may soon be complemented by shared political interests. This evolving relationship has garnered praise from influential figures, including former Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who lauded the trade gains. Consequently, the latest statistics cement Morocco’s status as a crucial British ally beyond the confines of Europe.