Morocco
Moroccan Craft Exports Surge: US, Canada, and Europe Drive Demand
Enjoying a good reputation on the world market, Moroccan craft products are establishing themselves, contributing significantly to the kingdom’s export turnover.
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Exports
France
Morocco Ranks Third in French Arms Purchases as Global Sales Decline
Morocco is one of France’s biggest arms customers. From 2019 to 2020, French arms exports fell by nearly 41%.
Morocco
Morocco's Tomato Exports to Russia Plummet 66% Since 2016
Morocco has seen its tomato exports to Russia collapse over the past four years, reaching less than 36,000 tons in 2020. A figure three times less than in 2016.
Morocco
Ireland to Open Embassy in Morocco, Boosting African Trade Relations
Simon Coveney, Ireland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has announced that his country will open a new embassy in Morocco by the end of this year at the latest to support the growth of trade in Africa.
Morocco
Morocco's Economy Poised for Growth as Purchasing Power Rises, Ministry Reports
Based on the positive trend in income levels, particularly a good agricultural season, and remittances from Moroccans living abroad (MRE) , the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Administrative Reform (MEFRA) has assured that the purchasing power of Moroccan families will remain at a good level.
Morocco
Trade Persists Between Morocco and Algeria Despite Diplomatic Tensions
Relations between the two "brotherly countries", Morocco and Algeria, have never been a long quiet river and in recent months, they have hardened even further with the eternal Sahara issue. But has this dispute prevented trade between Rabat and Algiers?
Spain
Moroccan Tomato Exports Surpass Spain's, Reshaping Mediterranean Produce Market
The Moroccan tomato is fiercely competing with the Spanish one to the point of supplanting it. This is evidenced by the volume of exports from the two countries.
Morocco
Morocco-Israel Business Meeting Postponed Amid Economic Collaboration Efforts
The General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) had announced on May 7 that a meeting between the confederation and Israeli business organizations was to present the key sectors of the Israeli economy, discuss the business climate and investment opportunities. In a tweet, the CGEM announced its postponement without giving details.
Spain
Moroccan Tomato Exports Surge in Europe, Decline in Russia
A survey conducted by Hortoinfo reveals that the export of Moroccan tomatoes shows a variable curve on the European market. While it is increasingly consumed in France, Spain, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, Russia seems to be turning its back on it.
Morocco
Morocco Confirms Watermelon Seeds Not Genetically Modified, Dispelling GMO Rumors
The plant seeds used in Morocco for the cultivation of watermelons are not genetically modified. This assurance was given by the authorities of the Food Products Safety Authority to dispel the rumor concerning the cultivation in the Kingdom of watermelon from genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
Morocco
Morocco's Cannabis Legalization Set to Boost Economy and Medical Industry
The implementation of law 13-21 relating to the legalization of medical cannabis will generate an increase in revenue of around 40% compared to current contributions, in addition to the benefits in the health, environmental and economic fields. This is the result of the feasibility studies on the legalization of the cultivation of this plant.
Morocco
Morocco's Automotive Exports Surge 38.9% in Q1 2021, Boosting Economy
In Morocco, exports in the automotive sector are strongly increasing in the first quarter of 2021, reaching 38.9% for a gain of 22.6 billion dirhams. These figures show a clear progression compared to the same period in 2020, according to the Office of Foreign Exchange.