Keywords: Trade agreements


EU advances Mercosur trade deal as French resistance eases

The European Commission has formally submitted the EU-Mercosur trade agreement for ratification, signaling a critical step in the world's largest proposed free trade pact. This development comes amidst signs of softening opposition from France, traditionally one of the deal’s most vocal critics.......

EU-US trade deal averts tariff crisis but sparks mixed reactions

The United States and the European Union have reached a trade agreement aimed at avoiding severe tariffs on European goods. While the deal has been praised for preventing a transatlantic trade war, it has also drawn sharp criticism from some European leaders and industries. Key terms of the agreement The......

Spanish PM supports EU-US trade deal but expresses reservations

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced on Monday his conditional support for the recently concluded European Union trade deal with the United States, though he admitted doing so “without any enthusiasm.” The agreement, brokered on Sunday by US President Donald Trump and European......

Morocco Reaches Record Zucchini Exports to Switzerland

Morocco has achieved a new record in its zucchini exports to Switzerland, with a 25% increase compared to the previous season. This upward trend reflects the country's strong potential to expand further in this European market. According to recent agricultural trade data, Morocco's zucchini......

Spain boosts imports of Moroccan fruits and vegetables by 24% in Q1 2025

Spain imported 188,076 tons of fruits and vegetables from Morocco during the first quarter of 2025, spending a total of €481 million. This marks a 24% increase in volume and a 23% rise in value compared to the same period last year, according to data from the agriculture-focused platform FreshPlaza. Steady......

Morocco and Russia strengthen halal trade ties through new agreements

Morocco and Russia are forging stronger connections in the halal industry via new certification agreements, signaling a significant step in their bilateral trade relations. Tatarstan’s Committee for Halal Standards, part of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims, is seeking accreditation in Morocco......

Morocco's strategic role as a hub between Africa, Europe, and the U.S.

In Washington, Nadia Fettah highlighted Morocco’s growing importance as a key hub linking Africa, Europe, and the United States. With its strategic geographical location, political stability, and advanced infrastructure, Morocco is well-positioned to serve as a bridge between these regions, the......

Celebrating 250 years of US-Morocco diplomatic relations

The United States has introduced a congressional resolution to honor its long-standing diplomatic ties with Morocco, coinciding with the upcoming 250th anniversary of their relationship in 2027. The US House of Representatives has passed a resolution recognizing Morocco as “the first country to......

Morocco: A rising power in the automotive industry

Morocco is emerging as a key player in the automotive industry in Africa and the Mediterranean region, according to the Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo. The country has positioned itself as a major production and export hub, supplying vehicles to over 70 countries, including France, Spain, and Italy.......