Morocco
Spanish Firms Flock to Morocco as Manufacturing Hub Gains Appeal
Morocco is increasingly attracting Spanish companies that are relocating their production or operating through subsidiaries or in partnership with Moroccan companies.
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Development
Morocco
Morocco's Mall Boom Raises Concerns as Retail Franchises Close
In Morocco, the proliferation of malls is raising concerns. The closures of several franchises recorded in recent times lead to questioning the viability of this commercial model.
Morocco
Tangier's Ibn Batouta Airport Undergoes $228 Million Expansion to Triple Capacity by 2050
The extension work on the Ibn Batouta international airport in Tangier is intended to accommodate 4.4 million passengers per year by 2050.
Morocco
Tangier Invests 13 Million Dirhams in Major Airport Expansion Project
The development and expansion project of Ibn Batouta airport aims to contribute to the tourism and economic development of the city of Tangier. The municipality is providing financial support.
Morocco
Morocco's Aerospace Industry Soars, Challenging European Manufacturers
At a time when European aircraft manufacturers are struggling to meet demand, Morocco is working to become a hub for the aerospace industry.
Morocco
Morocco-UK Submarine Cable Project Costs Surge to $30 Billion, Exceeding Initial Estimates
The project to build the 3,800 km submarine cable connecting Morocco to the United Kingdom and providing the country of King Charles III with 8% of its electricity needs will cost more than expected.
Morocco
Morocco's Tallest Skyscraper: Mohammed VI Tower Nears Completion in Rabat
In Rabat, the construction of the Mohammed VI Tower , the largest in Morocco and Africa, should be completed very soon for an inauguration scheduled for this year.
Sport
Morocco Plans $16 Million State-of-the-Art Football Training Center in Casablanca
The Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) is working on the implementation of a project to build a Federal Football Training Center in Casablanca. The National Agency for Public Facilities has just launched an architectural competition.
Morocco
Kenitra Residents Decry Stalled Royal Projects, Demand Action from City Council
Internet users denounce the poor management of the city of Kenitra by the municipal council and its president, Anass Bouanani, who are struggling to carry out or complete projects, some of which were launched by King Mohammed VI.
Morocco
Renault to Open First R&D Center in Morocco, Expanding Global Footprint
The French manufacturer Renault plans to soon launch its first Research & Development (R&D) center in Morocco.
Morocco
Morocco Begins Construction on 60km Casablanca-Rabat Highway to Ease Traffic Congestion
Launched in 2017, the continental highway project to connect Casablanca to Rabat over 60 km and alleviate the foreseeable congestion of the main one, is progressing.
Morocco
Mohammed VI: his successes and challenges
King Mohammed VI celebrated his 60th birthday and his 24th year of reign in August. His son Moulay Hassan, the crown prince, blew out his 20 candles a few months earlier, on May 8. A year away from his 21st birthday, the required age to become king, concerns about his father’s fragile health are dissipating.