Morocco’s increasing economic foothold across Africa
From fertilizer to furniture, Morocco’s presence across the continent is rapidly expanding, driven by shared language and historical ties,
France’s development agency, AFD, plans to invest €150 million in Morocco’s southern provinces, including the disputed territory of Western Sahara, according to Moroccan and international media. The investment projects include renewable energy, water infrastructure, and regional development. The move aligns with France’s recent endorsement of Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara.
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