The United States calls on Morocco to the rescue to save farmers

– byJérôme · 1 min read
The United States calls on Morocco to the rescue to save farmers

To address the fertilizer shortage caused by the conflict in the Middle East, the US administration is looking for new supply routes. Discussions are underway with Morocco and Venezuela to secure the crucial needs of farmers.

Questioned on the CNBC channel, the White House economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, confirmed the issuance of production licenses for Caracas and the opening of talks with Rabat. He presents this strategic approach as a true "insurance policy" aimed at minimizing disruptions to the agricultural market.

On Bladi.net: The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens Moroccan agriculture

As reported by Reuters, the war between the United States and Israel against Iran has abruptly cut off access to vital nitrogen supplies from the Gulf. This paralysis of maritime freight has caused a spectacular rise in world prices, which have jumped by more than a third in recent weeks.

On Bladi.net: Morocco fears an oil shock worse than in 2022

Faced with this pressing emergency, the head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas, suggests replicating the model of the UN-sponsored grain agreement during the Ukrainian crisis. Negotiations are already underway with the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, who is actively working on this bypass solution to protect civilian ships.