Economy

Morocco's Call Centers Brace for Impact as France Bans Unsolicited Sales Calls

France will begin enforcing a nationwide ban on unsolicited telemarketing calls on August 11 under a new consumer protection law, raising concerns in Morocco, whose call center industry depends heavily on the French market. The legislation, backed by President Emmanuel Macron's government, prohibits companies from contacting consumers for commercial purposes without their prior consent. Consumers ...

10:52 Et August 6, 2026

Russia-Morocco Trade Holds Steady at Up to $2 Billion, Ambassador Says

Russia and Morocco continue to maintain robust bilateral trade worth between $1.5 billion and $2 billion, with significant potential for further expansion, Russian Ambassador to Morocco Igor Belyayev ...

13:30 Et August 3, 2026

Morocco's net FDI inflows rise 31.5% to MAD 26.16 billion in first half of 2026

Morocco's net foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows reached MAD 26.16 billion ($2.6 billion) at the end of June 2026, marking a 31.5% increase compared with the same period ...

15:24 Et August 2, 2026

U.S. Auto Supplier Gentex Chooses Morocco for New Manufacturing Plant

U.S. automotive technology supplier Gentex Corp. plans to establish a manufacturing facility in Morocco to supply components to its European customers, underscoring the Kingdom's growing role as a ...

20:00 Et July 29, 2026

Morocco's Agri-Food Exports Reach Record MAD 86.2 Billion Despite Climate Challenges

Morocco's agri-food exports climbed to a record MAD 86.2 billion ($8.6 billion) in 2025, up 38% from nearly MAD 62 billion in 2020, reinforcing the sector's position as ...

15:33 Et July 29, 2026

U.S. Funds First Private Investment Project in Morocco's Sahara

The United States took a significant step in supporting investment in Morocco's southern provinces on Tuesday, as the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) awarded a grant to ...

20:00 Et July 28, 2026

Morocco's Financial Sector Assets Climb to $3.83 Trillion Dirhams, Equal to 223% of GDP

Morocco's financial sector continued its expansion in 2025, with total assets rising to MAD 3.83 trillion ($3.83 trillion Moroccan dirhams), an 11.2% increase from the previous year, underscoring ...

17:00 Et July 28, 2026

UK Lawmaker Sees ‘Immense Opportunities’ as Morocco Strengthens Position as Regional Investment Hub

Morocco is consolidating its position as a leading regional power and an increasingly attractive destination for international investment, driven by a long-term strategic vision under the leadership of ...

18:00 Et July 26, 2026

World Bank: Morocco’s 2030 World Cup Investments Become a Major Engine of Economic Growth

Morocco's large-scale investments linked to preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup have emerged as one of the country's strongest drivers of economic growth, according to the World Bank, alongside a stronger agricultural season and sustained momentum in non-agricultural sectors. In its Morocco Economic Monitor, released on July 22, the World Bank said Morocco's economy ...

11:48 Et July 26, 2026

Morocco, Egypt Reaffirm Strategic Partnership, Eye Deeper Economic Cooperation

Morocco and Egypt reaffirmed the strength of their longstanding bilateral ties on Thursday, with officials from both countries highlighting their shared commitment to expanding economic cooperation and deepening ...

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