Our Scans · Morocco · Weekly Summary

• [New] Rabat and Marrakech, Morocco: The $13 million electric bus project aims to transform the transport system of Rabat by 2028, while Marrakech operates a solar-powered BRT system as a sustainable alternative to diesel buses. FINN Partners
• Morocco recognises the UK as a partner of choice in its efforts to expand English language education and will match-fund the UK's current annual investment in British Council pre-service training programmes for English language secondary school teachers and inspectors. GOV.UK
• Midea plans to grow its international sales branches from 30+ to over 40 by 2025, targeting emerging markets like Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Turkey, Poland, and Morocco. Chinesellers
• Morocco and other North African states remain critical partners in efforts to counter transnational threats, contain instability in the Sahel, and prevent the resurgence of violent extremism. Middle East Institute
• The Cornish Peninsula can utilise its geothermal resources; the Crown Estate is planning a major offshore wind project, while interconnectors due to come online will bring solar power from Morocco to the UK landing into North Devon. Edie
• Morocco's strategic positioning as a transatlantic bridge facilitates essential security cooperation with the U.S. and NATO, playing a pivotal role in countering transnational threats. Modern Diplomacy
• Morocco already has two interconnections with Spain with a total exchange capacity of 800 MW; a third interconnector of 700 MW is now under development and is expected to be operational in 2026. Middle East Institute
• Morocco aims to expand the share of solar power in power generation from 1% in 2020 to 20% by 2030, and wind from 12.2% to 20%. IEA
• Morocco and Tunisia - two relatively stable North African countries - have excellent solar potential, and with Turkey, they could provide as much solar power as Spain, France, Italy and Germany combined. Centre for European Reform
• Morocco, with its Atlantic and Mediterranean outreach, counterterrorism leadership, and growing role as a green energy hub, offers precisely that opportunity. Modern Diplomacy
• Morocco is laying the groundwork for ambitious infrastructure upgrades, including air, road, and rail projects, to support its 2030 World Cup co-hosting duties. ALN | Africa Legal Network
• Despite recent rainfall improvements, yields are expected to be below-average in parts of Morocco, Algeria, Lebanon, Syria, and Iran. GEOGLAM Crop Monitor
• Morocco has been able to maintain agricultural activity and food supply thanks to years of investment in adaptation, especially through the Green Morocco Plan and now its successor, the Green Generation Strategy (2020-2030). Hespress English
• Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa's fintech ecosystems, for example, could expand with AI-driven solutions, while Egypt and Morocco could attract foreign investment through AI innovation. Punch Newspapers
• In Morocco, Masdar has been involved in wind energy projects that help reduce dependency on fossil fuels while creating a new model for regional cooperation. Puns - Funny Puns
• As CCUS is far from reaching scale in Morocco and other countries in Africa, there is no harm in expecting support from public funds until it can reach maturity. Global CCS Institute
• China's increasing economic footprint in Morocco threatens Western interests, necessitating a clear U.S. strategy. Hespress English
• The joint maneuvers between Morocco and the United States underscore a longstanding partnership, offering opportunities to test and synchronize each nation's capabilities. Modern Diplomacy
• Officials see green hydrogen as a cornerstone of Morocco's future economic growth, with the potential to create thousands of jobs and drive industrial expansion in sectors such as steelmaking and transportation. Climate Insider
• As conflict between Morocco and the Polisario heats up, it could ignite into a confrontation between Morocco and Algeria, sparking - among other problems-yet another migrant crisis in Europe. FDD
• Expanding Export Markets and Economic Opportunities: Several MEA countries, especially Tunisia, Morocco, and Egypt, are major exporters of olive oil, with strong demand from European, Asian, and North American markets. Bonafide Research
• In the Middle East & North Africa, expanding dry conditions are causing concern for wheat in most areas, and significant production declines are expected in Morocco and northwestern Algeria. GEOGLAM Crop Monitor

Last updated: 13 June 2025