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Morocco's Helium Potential: Unexpected Discovery Sparks Economic Excitement

In a surprising turn of events, UK-based Predator Oil & Gas Holdings Plc has announced a potential helium gas discovery in northwestern Morocco's Guercif exploration area. This revelation has sent ripples through the energy sector, highlighting Morocco's growing importance in the global resource......

Morocco-UAE Business Council Appoints Investment Veteran to Bolster Economic Ties

Anas Guennoun, a seasoned investment banker and co-founder of West Capital Partners, has been named the new Chairman of the Morocco-United Arab Emirates Business Council under the Confédération générale des entreprises du Maroc (CGEM). This appointment marks a significant......

Morocco's Economic Resilience Tested: Mixed Sector Performance in Q2 2024

Morocco's economy faced a challenging landscape in the second quarter of 2024, with growth slowing to 2.4%, down from 2.5% in the same period last year. This slight deceleration masks significant shifts across various sectors, painting a complex picture of the nation's economic health. Primary......

Morocco's Phosphate Industry Leaps Forward with $33 Million Tech Upgrade

In a significant move to bolster its phosphate production capabilities, Morocco's OCP Group has partnered with global mining technology leader Weir Group PLC in a £25 million (approximately $33 million) deal. This collaboration aims to introduce cutting-edge, energy-efficient solutions to OCP's......

Underwater Dreams: Spain and Morocco Revive Plans for Strait of Gibraltar Tunnel

Spain has recently announced a tender for seismometers to study the seabed of the Strait of Gibraltar, signaling renewed interest in an ambitious project to connect Europe and Africa through an underwater tunnel. This development marks a significant step forward in a vision that has been in the works......

MENA Youth Employment Summit 2024: Bridging Skills Gaps in a Changing Economy

Casablanca is set to host a crucial gathering aimed at tackling one of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region's most pressing issues: youth unemployment. The MENA YES! (Youth Employment Summit), organized by Education For Employment (EFE), will bring together over 200 participants from diverse......

Phosboucraa Foundation: Catalyzing Sustainable Growth in Morocco's Southern Provinces

The Phosboucraa Foundation, established in 2014, has emerged as a significant force for sustainable socio-economic development across Morocco's southern provinces in the Western Sahara. According to its 2023 annual report, the foundation's initiatives have benefited over 200,000 individuals,......

Challenging the Global Order: The Pursuit of Economic Independence in a Dollar-Dominated World

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, a growing number of nations are questioning the current international order and seeking alternatives to U.S. dollar dominance. This shift in perspective is not merely about economic policy; it represents a fundamental challenge to the existing power structures......

Moroccan Investors Reshape Spain's Real Estate Landscape: A 2024 Market Analysis

In a significant shift within Spain's property market, Moroccan investors have emerged as key players, securing their position as the second-largest group of foreign buyers in the second quarter of 2024. This development, reported by the online platform Merca2, highlights a growing trend that has......

Moroccan Firm Challenges Global Spread Market with Strategic Italian Acquisition

In a significant move that could reshape the global spreads industry, Teralys, a subsidiary of Moroccan royal holding company Al Mada, has announced its acquisition of Italian agro-industrial group Nutkao for €450 million. This strategic purchase positions Teralys as a formidable competitor to established......

Morocco Pioneers Hydrogen Storage Innovation in Automotive Sector

In a significant move towards sustainable transportation, Morocco's Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) has joined forces with global technology leader Capgemini to explore cutting-edge solutions for hydrogen storage in vehicles. This collaboration marks a crucial step in positioning Morocco......

Climate Change Threatens Morocco's Coastal Tourism: World Bank Warns of Significant Job Losses

Morocco's coastal tourism sector, a vital component of its blue economy, faces a stark challenge as climate change threatens to erode up to 32% of jobs by 2035, according to a recent World Bank report. The study, "Climate Change Impacts on the Blue Economy in Morocco: Prospects for Jobs in Coastal......

Morocco Bolsters Defense Industry with TATA Group Partnership for Armored Vehicle Production

In a strategic move to enhance its defense capabilities and boost its industrial sector, Morocco has entered into a partnership with TATA Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a subsidiary of India's TATA Group. The collaboration aims to domestically produce the WhAP 8×8 armored combat vehicle,......