فاس نيوز ميديا جريدة الكترونية جهوية تعنى بشؤون و أخبار جهة فاس مكناس – متجددة على مدار الساعة
In recent years, Morocco has witnessed a notable increase in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows, which has contributed to strengthening economic growth indicators and improving the country’s competitiveness, according to reports from international economic organizations.
According to the 2024 report by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), FDI in Morocco reached approximately $3.4 billion, marking a 13% increase compared to 2022. This growth was driven by rising investments in industry, technology, and renewable energy sectors.
The UNCTAD report emphasized that Morocco has become one of the leading investment destinations in Africa, benefiting from political stability, an improved business climate, and several free trade agreements with major international partners, including the European Union and the United States.
In the same context, the World Bank, in its January 2025 economic memo on Morocco, stated that foreign direct investment has played a pivotal role in supporting growth, especially amid climate-related challenges such as drought. The report noted that foreign investment has helped create new job opportunities, particularly in industrial zones like Tangier and Kenitra, where automotive and aerospace factories are concentrated.
Meanwhile, the Director of the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE) stated that the Kingdom is working to attract more high-quality investments by improving the business environment and reducing administrative barriers. He added that recent reforms under the new Investment Charter aim to direct foreign capital toward high value-added sectors.
Additionally, a report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) noted that Morocco has made significant progress in tax transparency and facilitating investor access to information, which led to a 6-place improvement in the 2024 Investment Attractiveness Index.
Despite these positive indicators, economic experts have called for better governance and closer alignment with digital transformations to ensure the sustainability of investments and achieve balanced economic growth, particularly in light of increasing regional competition in North Africa.
Foreign direct investment remains one of the key tools for achieving the goals of Morocco’s New Development Model, which relies on public-private partnerships to fund strategic projects in sectors such as health, education, and infrastructure.
Source: Fes News Media
