Keywords: Trade Agreement


U.S. tariffs impact Argentine steel industry: 1,000 jobs cut

The recent imposition of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports by the United States is already affecting Argentina. On Wednesday, an Argentine steel company announced the dismissal of 1,000 workers in response to the new trade measures. Acindar, a subsidiary of the Indian group ArcelorMittal, reached......

Morocco triples agricultural imports from Russia amid grain supply expansion

Morocco's agricultural imports from Russia reached $280 million in 2024, marking a three-fold increase compared to 2023, according to new data from the Agroexport Center reported by Interfax. Russia has emerged as Morocco's primary wheat supplier, surpassing France's long-standing position......

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......

US Agriculture Official Leads Trade Mission to Morocco to Boost Exports

Daniel Whitley, Administrator of the Foreign Service at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), arrived in Casablanca on Tuesday to kick off a significant trade mission aimed at enhancing U.S. agricultural and food exports to Morocco and other West African markets. Supported by the USDA, the mission......

Trump Declares Victory on Immigration Following Call with Mexican President, but Mexico Signals Continuity

President-elect Donald Trump recently claimed progress in addressing illegal immigration following a conversation with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. However, Sheinbaum emphasized that Mexico remains committed to its existing strategies, dismissing any suggestion of closing its borders. This exchange......

The Enduring Partnership Between Morocco and the United States: A Shared Vision for the Future

The Embassy of Morocco in Washington recently released a short film that takes us through the rich history of the enduring partnership between Morocco and the United States, a bond that dates back to the earliest days of American history. This video, released online to coincide with the celebration of......

AmCham Gala Celebrates 20 Years of Morocco-U.S. Partnership

The annual AmCham Gala 2024 held in Casablanca highlighted the strategic partnership between Morocco and the United States. This year’s event celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between the two nations, showcasing their mutual commitment to enhancing economic relations. Minister......

US-Morocco Partnership Strengthens: Diplomatic Ties Reaffirmed in Washington Talks

In a significant diplomatic meeting in Washington, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Moroccan Foreign Minister Nasser Bourita convened to reinforce the strategic partnership between their nations. The talks, which took place at the State Department, highlighted the importance of US-Morocco relations......

US-Morocco Free Trade Agreement: 20 Years On, Economic Gains Fall Short of Expectations

Two decades after the United States and Morocco inked their Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the economic landscape presents a mixed picture. While bilateral trade has surged from $1.3 billion in 2006 to $5.5 billion in 2023, the anticipated economic windfall for Morocco remains elusive, according to a recent......