القطاعان العام والخاص في المغرب وفرنسا يعززان تعاونهما من خلال التوقيع على عدة اتفاقيات تشمل الصحراء المغربية

Morocco and France Strengthen Cooperation Through Multiple Agreements: Public and Private Sectors Join Forces

The Moroccan and French public and private sectors joined forces on Tuesday in Rabat, Morocco, to sign numerous agreements aimed at solidifying the partnership between the two nations across various sectors. These agreements, signed during the Moroccan-French Business Meeting, reflect the shared ambition of Morocco and France to further strengthen their strategic partnership through sustainable and forward-looking cooperation.

Key Agreements Across Multiple Sectors

The agreements cover a wide range of areas, encompassing institutional frameworks, financial partnerships, and private sector collaborations. Key highlights include:

Institutional Agreements:

• Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Moroccan Capital Market Authority (AMMC) and the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) (France): This agreement focuses on strengthening cooperation between the two financial regulatory bodies.

• Letter of Intent for a €25 Million Loan from the French Development Agency (AFD) to the Klemim-Oued Noun region: This loan will support regional development initiatives in the region.

• Letter of Intent for €100 Million in Support from the AFD for the Casablanca-Settat Region Development Plan: This funding will support the region's development plan in preparation for the 2030 World Cup.

Private Sector Collaborations:

• Partnership between BNP Paribas (France) and Attijariwafa Bank (Morocco): This collaboration aims to foster investment opportunities between the two countries.

• Cooperation Agreement between the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Morocco and the Bank of Africa: This agreement will promote French investment in Morocco and Africa.

• MoU between Suez (France) and Safari (Morocco): This agreement focuses on marketing products and solutions tailored to regional multi-service companies.

• Letter of Intent between Thales Alenia Space (France) and Panafsat (Morocco): This agreement aims to provide a communications satellite for Morocco.

• Cooperation Agreement between MGH Energy (Morocco) and Petrom (France): This agreement will focus on the production of e-fuel in Dakhla.

• Joint Project Agreement between XXII (France) and ABA Technology (Morocco): This agreement aims to promote sustainable development in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region.

Renewed Partnerships and New Initiatives:

• Renewal of the Partnership between the Hydrogen Task Force (MEDEF International) and Green H2: This partnership focuses on promoting hydrogen technologies.

• Partnership Agreement between Electriciens Sans Frontières (France) and Moroccan Energy Leaders: This partnership aims to provide electricity to vulnerable populations.

• MoU for a Pilot Project for Digital Water Management between Aquasys (France) and the National Office for Electricity and Drinking Water (ONE): This agreement aims to improve water management in Morocco.

• MoU for the Creation of a Regional Technical Center for the Development of Oilseed Production in Morocco between Avril (France) and Agropole: This agreement aims to support the oilseed sector in Morocco.

• Framework Agreement for International Cooperation between Interser (France),Arvalis (France),and the OCP: This agreement aims to foster collaboration in agriculture and research.

• Framework Agreement for the Development of Education Professions between the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) and the International Office of Schools and Universities: This agreement focuses on improving education in Morocco.

• Investment by InnovX (OCP Group, Morocco) in the French Startup NetZero, specializing in Biochar: This investment highlights the commitment of both countries to innovative and strategic collaborations.

These agreements demonstrate the strong and multifaceted partnership between Morocco and France, emphasizing the shared commitment to economic development, technological advancements, and sustainable solutions across various sectors. The agreements reflect the growing importance of collaboration in addressing global challenges and driving shared prosperity. They are a testament to the long-standing ties between the two nations, creating opportunities for mutual benefit and a brighter future for both Morocco and France.