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U.S. Tariff Increase highlights urgent need to boost intra-African trade

African economies find themselves at a critical crossroads, faced with the dual pressures of American protectionism and the pressing need for strategic economic realignment. The recent announcement from the U.S. government regarding tariffs reaching up to 50% on imports from 185 countries—51 of......

Ryad Mezzour: Morocco remains committed to the AfCFTA

Morocco remains steadfast in its support for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reaffirmed by Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, during the 57th session of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development......

Morocco's commitment to the African continental free trade area shines at CEA session

During the 57th session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development held in Addis Ababa, Moroccan Minister of Industry and Commerce, Riyad Mezzour, reaffirmed Morocco's unwavering commitment to the......

Morocco's strategic role in revitalizing the African Union's Economic Council

Morocco’s leadership of the African Union's Economic, Social, and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) has been marked by unprecedented achievements and forward-looking strategies that had a tangible impact on the ground, according to Khalid Boudali, who recently completed his four-year term at the helm......

Morocco takes the helm of UN Economic Commission for Africa 57th session

Morocco has been unanimously elected to preside over the 57th session of the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development. This significant election occurred at the ECA headquarters in Addis Ababa and underscores the growing......

Morocco unanimously elected to lead 57th session of the UN Economic Commission for Africa

Morocco has been unanimously elected to preside over the 57th session of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the Conference of African Ministers of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development. This decision, made on Wednesday in Addis Ababa, reflects the trust member states have......

Morocco hosts landmark African Parliamentary forum on continental security and stability

Rabat is set to host the Second Forum of Presidents of African Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Committees on February 20, 2025, focusing on establishing sustainable foundations for stability and security across Africa. The event, taking place at the parliament headquarters, will feature an opening address......

Morocco's emerging role shapes African economic resilience

A recent UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) report highlights Morocco's strategic position in Africa's economic landscape while identifying key challenges and opportunities for growth. The 2024 Economic Development in Africa Report emphasizes how targeted reforms and investments could strengthen......

African parliaments rally behind transformative Atlantic initiative

Speakers of the parliaments of African Atlantic States have unanimously endorsed the Atlantic African States Process (AASP), an initiative spearheaded by King Mohammed VI. The Rabat Declaration, issued at the conclusion of their meeting on Thursday in Rabat, highlighted the ambition to transform the......