Abdellatif Jouahri remains among the world’s highest-rated central bank governors. However, Global Finance gives him an A- rating in 2026, after two consecutive years with an A.
Moroccans residing abroad have never contributed so much to the Moroccan economy. Their transfers are continuing to accelerate in 2026. But this strength also creates a vulnerability: a large share of this money comes from Europe, where new banking rules are now forcing Rabat to negotiate in order to preserve these flows.
Bank Al-Maghrib claims to have practically reached an agreement with France to preserve the relay activity of Moroccan banks . A crucial issue for MRE transfers to Morocco.
Bank Al-Maghrib does not want to open the Revolut file before settling the issue of Moroccan banks in Europe. Abdellatif Jouahri clearly places MRE transfers among his priorities.
Despite ongoing discussions with several European countries, Abdellatif Jouahri believes there is no reason to worry for now. MRE transfers continue to increase .
Revolut is interested in operations where Moroccan banks are already very present . Abdellatif Jouahri reminds us that this clientele is already heavily covered by local players.
Bank Al-Maghrib postpones the Revolut matter, officially due to priority projects. This delay also gives Moroccan banks time to accelerate their digital offensive against neobanks.
Abdellatif Jouahri clarified the nature of the meeting with Revolut. The fintech expressed interest in Morocco, but has not officially requested authorization from Bank Al-Maghrib.
Abdellatif Jouahri fears that new administrative requirements could complicate MRE transfers to Morocco . Bank Al-Maghrib wants to prevent unnecessary blockages from occurring.
Revolut is interested in Morocco, but Bank Al-Maghrib believes the timing is not favorable. Abdellatif Jouahri confirms he met with the fintech executives in early June, without opening the door to an immediate arrival.
A European regulation adopted after Brexit is complicating the activities of Moroccan banks operating in Europe. Abdellatif Jouahri assures that Bank Al-Maghrib is attempting to prevent any disruption in remittances from Moroccans abroad to Morocco.
The agreement guaranteeing the continuation of the activities of Moroccan bank branches in France has been formally validated by the European Commission. This major breakthrough ensures the continuity of financial operations in the face of new regulatory requirements on the continent.