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Rabat – In his Tuesday address at the House of Councillors, Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch reaffirmed Morocco’s steadfast commitment to strengthening its industrial sector as a core driver of economic growth and national sovereignty.
During a session focused on the national industrial policy, Akhannouch outlined Morocco’s strategic progress, built on a series of long-term initiatives championed by King Mohammed VI.
The prime minister began by highlighting Morocco’s industrial milestones under King Mohammed VI’s leadership, noting that the monarch’s vision has positioned the country as a global industrial player.
Key initiatives, such as the “Iqlâa” program (2005), the National Industrial Recovery Charter (2009), and the Industrial Acceleration Plan (2014-2020), have laid the foundation for a thriving industrial ecosystem.
More recently, the Investment Charter of 2022 continues to guide Morocco’s industrial transformation.
Akhannouch reflects on the importance of infrastructure in this progress, citing the Tangier Med Port as a prime example. Now the largest container port in the Mediterranean and Africa, it ranks among the world’s top four in terms of efficiency.
Alongside port development, Morocco has expanded its highway network from 80 kilometers in 1999 to over 1,800 kilometers, further cementing the country’s appeal as an industrial hub.
In addition, Morocco has developed over 13,600 hectares of industrial land and created approximately 150 industrial zones, supporting local and foreign investments.
Akhannouch emphasized the collaboration between unions, business leaders, and local authorities in advancing Morocco’s industrial agenda, with a focus on improving workers’ social conditions and wages.
The prime minister also referred to the King’s address during the first National Industry Day in 2023, where the monarch stressed the importance of industrial sovereignty.
“Morocco needs an industry that absorbs new activities and expertise, creating more job opportunities,” King Mohammed VI stated, setting the stage for a new era of industrialization.
As part of Morocco’s ongoing efforts to diversify its economy, the government has launched several initiatives to foster investment, such as the “Project Bank” program.
This initiative has identified nearly 2,000 investment opportunities, with the potential to generate over 275,000 jobs.
In tandem, Morocco is investing in advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and biotechnology, to ensure its industrial sector remains competitive on the global stage.
Looking ahead, Akhannouch expressed Morocco’s determination to build on these achievements, confident that the country’s industrial sovereignty will continue to evolve, driven by innovation, infrastructure, and strategic investment.
