On the afternoon of December 5, 2024, the fourth edition of the Economic Forum for the Fes-Meknes region took place, under the high patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him. The event was attended by Karim Zidan, Minister Delegate to the Head of Government, responsible for Investment, Public Policy Coordination and Evaluation, and Competencies, along with Omar Tajmouati, President of the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM). The forum brought together representatives from both the public and private sectors, as well as a group of local and international investors, with the aim of enhancing investment opportunities and driving the region’s economic and social development.
The forum, which was attended by prominent government officials and economic experts, provided an opportunity to highlight the unique assets of the Fes-Meknes region, including its advanced infrastructure and promising human resources. Participants emphasized the importance of leveraging these strengths to attract more investments and diversify the region’s economic activities, in line with the royal vision to promote sustainable development and create new job opportunities for young people.
In his speech, the Minister stressed that the region has significant potential to achieve outstanding economic growth, noting that the government is working with a comprehensive approach to improve the business environment and encourage investment initiatives. He added that the forum is part of the efforts to implement a national investment strategy based on innovation and sustainability.
The forum also witnessed the signing of several agreements and partnerships between economic stakeholders, reflecting the collective commitment to achieving developmental goals. Participating investors expressed optimism about the economic prospects of the region, pointing out that such events open doors to new opportunities in various fields, including agriculture, industry, tourism, and services.
In related discussions, participants highlighted the importance of capitalizing on the momentum Morocco will experience in the coming years, especially with preparations underway for the 2030 World Cup. It was emphasized that this event should be seen as an opportunity to enhance infrastructure and position the Fes-Meknes region as a globally competitive economic and tourist destination.
source : fesnews media