Keywords: Imports


Morocco's Energy Import Costs Drop 13% Amid Global Market Shifts

Morocco achieved substantial savings in its energy sector during the third quarter of 2024, with import costs for energy and lubricants decreasing by 13% compared to the same period in 2023. This reduction, reported by the country's Statistics and Forecasts Office (HCP), marks the most significant......

Morocco's Agricultural Crisis Deepens: Climate Change and Water Scarcity Transform Farming Landscape

Severe drought conditions and persistent climate challenges are reshaping Morocco's agricultural sector, with the nation's prominent farming regions experiencing significant declines in production, particularly affecting wheat cultivation. Recent satellite data from the Copernicus program has......

Morocco Unveils Strategic Wheat Import Support Plan Amid Drought Crisis

Morocco has announced a comprehensive financial support system for soft wheat imports, set to launch in early 2025, as the country grapples with severe drought conditions affecting domestic production. The initiative, spanning from January to April 2025, represents a coordinated effort between the Ministry......

Morocco Implements Protective Tariffs on Turkish Electric Oven Imports

Morocco has taken decisive action to protect its domestic manufacturing sector by imposing substantial anti-dumping duties on electric ovens imported from Turkey. The measure specifically targets non-built-in, portable ovens with a capacity of up to 70 liters, falling under tariff code 8516.60.00.11. The......

Morocco Strengthens Position as Primary Tomato Supplier to European Union Through 2035

Morocco is set to maintain its dominant position as a key supplier of fresh tomatoes to the European Union (EU) over the next decade, according to a new agricultural outlook report covering the period from 2024 to 2035. The report projects a steady increase in EU tomato imports at a rate of 0.6% annually,......

Morocco Expands Meat Imports Through Argentina Partnership

Morocco is set to import up to 20,000 tons of red meat—both fresh and frozen—by the end of 2024 as part of its efforts to address domestic supply challenges. The latest move includes a new agreement to import sheep and goat meat from Argentina, broadening the existing beef trade between the......

Morocco Imposes Tariffs on Egyptian Canned Tomatoes to Protect Local Producers

Morocco has introduced temporary anti-dumping tariffs on canned tomato imports from Egypt following an investigation by the Ministry of Trade and Industry. This move responds to a complaint from the National Federation of Food Industries, highlighting concerns about unfair trade practices affecting the......

Russia to Expand Grain Exports to Morocco Amid Growing Demand

Russia is set to boost its wheat exports to Morocco, aiming to deliver up to 1.5 million tonnes in the near future, according to recent reports. This move highlights the growing agricultural trade ties between the two nations as Morocco faces mounting challenges in its domestic grain production. Strengthening......

Morocco Strengthens Grain Supply with New Russia Agreement Amid Drought Challenges

Morocco has entered a strategic partnership with Russia to diversify its grain imports and address growing domestic wheat demand, exacerbated by severe drought conditions. The agreement, signed on Friday, marks a significant step for the North African nation in securing more stable grain supplies, particularly......