In Marrakech, international investors, foreign tourists, as well as Moroccans residing in Europe, particularly in France and the Netherlands, are showing a growing interest in real estate to the point of causing upward pressure on property prices.
Following reports containing precise information on the exploitation of alleged foreign "investors" by members of a network, control elements from the Exchange Office are investigating the activities of companies - registered in the name of foreigners in Morocco, the majority of whom hold French or Turkish nationality - involved in the illicit transfer of funds between Tangier, Casablanca and El Jadida, mainly specializing in import-export, textiles and clothing.
Morocco has unlocked massive investments for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with Spain and Portugal. Will the socio-economic benefits be lasting and commensurate with the investments?
After hospitality, Achraf Hakimi , Moroccan right-back for PSG, who has recently won his first Champions League, is investing in jewelry, bringing to life a necklace that pays tribute to his Moroccan roots.
The Prime Minister, Aziz Akhannouch, delivered a rather unexpected observation before the Chamber of Advisors: despite positive economic dynamics and projects sprouting across the country, Morocco is struggling to find labor.
The Exchange Office intensifies its controls after detecting accounting anomalies in several investment projects of Moroccan companies abroad.
Morocco intends to implement a series of programs aimed at "encouraging and motivating Moroccans around the world to invest in their country of origin," recently stated Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Moroccans Residing Abroad.
Morocco fails to take advantage of Moroccans Residing Abroad (MRE) even though they boost the Moroccan economy and strongly contribute to the growth of tourism through their remittances, direct investments, and their regular return to the country as part of the Marhaba operation.
The Moroccan automotive sector is going through a crisis at the beginning of 2025. According to updated data from the Exchange Office, exports of locally produced vehicles recorded a decrease of 7.8% in the first quarter compared to the same period in 2024, resulting in a loss of more than 3 billion dirhams.
Karim Zidane, the Minister Delegate in charge of Investment, announced the government’s decision to create a dedicated unit for Moroccans Residing Abroad (MRE) who wish to invest in their country of origin.
The Exchange Office is closely scrutinizing documents of certain Moroccan investors in Gulf countries and Africa. These investors have made suspicious financial and bank transfers abroad over the past three years.
Despite record remittances, the contribution of Moroccans residing abroad to productive investment in their country of origin remains below expectations. This issue was at the heart of discussions during the first Economic Forum of Moroccans of the World (FEMM), where ideas were outlined to reverse the trend.