Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Morocco PM’s petrol business at centre of dispute

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Soaring fuel prices in Morocco have re-ignited a debate over the tension between business and politics, with billionaire petrol entrepreneur Aziz Akhannouch, who is also the prime minister, at the centre. Last week, for the first time since the crisis in Ukraine caused a global spike in petroleum prices, Akhannouch had to explain to parliament … Read more

Moroccan economy rebounds with strong growth: IMF

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RABAT: Morocco’s economy has rebounded with GDP in 2021 projected to grow 6.3 per cent on the back of a rapid response to the coronavirus pandemic, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Friday. “Thanks to a very successful vaccination campaign and the prompt response of the authorities, the health crisis has been placed under control … Read more