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Morocco plans major hotel expansion ahead of the 2030 FIFA World Cup

Morocco is preparing for a significant expansion of its tourism infrastructure as part of its long-term strategy for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, with plans to add approximately 60,000 new hotel beds across the country before the tournament begins. The initiative is expected to increase Morocco's accommodation......

IMF forecasts temporary slowdown for UAE economy before stronger rebound in 2027

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) expects the United Arab Emirates to experience a temporary slowdown in economic activity during 2026 before returning to stronger growth in 2027, supported by higher oil exports and resilient public finances. In its latest assessment following the annual consultation......

French lawmaker warns budget deficit could reach 7% by 2030 without spending reforms

French budget rapporteur Philippe Juvin has warned that France's public deficit could climb to 7% of gross domestic product by 2030 unless the government adopts deeper spending reforms, arguing that fiscal consolidation should rely on expenditure cuts rather than higher taxes. His comments come......

UK economy records modest growth in May as services offset weakness in industry and construction

Britain's economy returned to modest growth in May, supported by continued expansion in the services sector despite weaker performances in manufacturing and construction, according to the latest official economic data. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that gross......

Eurozone industrial production unexpectedly declines in May

Industrial production in the eurozone unexpectedly declined in May, according to newly released official data, signaling continued challenges for the region's manufacturing sector despite resilience in some industries. Industrial output fell by 0.2% compared with the previous month, marking the......

Morocco and World Bank Launch 10-Year Partnership to Boost Growth and Employment

Morocco and the World Bank have launched a new 10-year partnership framework aimed at supporting the country's long-term economic transformation, strengthening the private sector, and creating more employment opportunities. The agreement reflects a shared commitment to building a more competitive,......

World Bank says family responsibilities continue to limit women's participation in Morocco's labor market

The World Bank has identified greater female participation in Morocco's labor market as a key driver of long-term economic growth, emphasizing that social and family responsibilities continue to prevent many women from entering or remaining in the workforce. In its Country Partnership Framework......

Netherlands retains third place in European innovation ranking despite slowing momentum

The Netherlands has maintained its position as the third most innovative country in Europe in the 2026 European Innovation Scoreboard, retaining its status as an Innovation Leader for the second consecutive year. While the country continues to outperform the European Union average, officials have expressed......

China’s economic growth expected to slow in second quarter, increasing pressure for fresh stimulus

China's economy is expected to lose momentum in the second quarter of 2026, with softer domestic demand offsetting resilient export performance and strengthening expectations that Beijing could introduce additional measures to support growth. Economists surveyed by Reuters forecast that China's......