AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoUK–Morocco Trade Push: Morocco’s FM Nasser Bourita met UK Minister of State for Business and Trade Chris Bryant in Rabat; trade is about £4.5bn now, with both sides aiming to double it over the next 5–7 years, alongside cooperation on major events like the 2030 World Cup. Women & Rural Development: A USAID-funded Moroccan program by the High Atlas Foundation continues to empower women in sustainable agriculture and skills training around Marrakech, even after funding ended in 2025. EU Auto Supply-Chain Tensions: New Chinese investment in Morocco’s auto sector is boosting jobs and EV output, but Brussels is worried about parts being classified as Moroccan to route Chinese goods into the EU with easier access. Security & Smuggling Crackdown: Moroccan authorities disrupted a cross-border drug trafficking attempt near Tangier involving a helicopter allegedly entering Moroccan airspace, leading to arrests and seizures including Spanish SIM cards. Diplomatic Continuity: France’s newly appointed ambassador Philippe Lalliot formally began his mission in Rabat as Morocco and Paris seek deeper cooperation on investment and development. Sports & Talent Spotlight: Anderson Peters won the men’s javelin at the Rabat Diamond League, signaling a strong start to his 2026 season.
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