This article is blatant proof that some managers working to promote Morocco, such as within the Morocco Now Campaign at the international level trying to present its existing potential, skills, and opportunities for the sake of attracting foreign companies, foreign investors, and foreign academic or social institutions. Morocco spends millions to build an image of excellence in attractivity and attractiveness hoping such foreign capital will help reduce unemployment, increase job creation, transfer know-how, and raise the standard of living of citizens.
Imagine then that all its laudable efforts do not take the expected direction nor are carried by competent officials and seasoned and experienced professionals in corresponding areas of Marketing, brand definition, and the strategic enhancement of Morocco’s position on the international scene.
The expectations of the Moroccan State are legitimate given that the expenses that are made at the international level are heavy in sum and impact the returns received by Morocco. Payments paid by Morocco for the services of foreign companies of Public Relations, International Marketing, and Consulting Firms are made with rates applied on the spot and in addition, are made in the national currency of the country where these companies offer their services. A direct impact on the balance of payments and the convertibility rate of the Dirham may result from these payment transfers.
Considering all these issues, the imperatives and the challenges facing Morocco at the global level are first the multiple repercussions at the intangible and material level. Building the foundations of economic development and growth in the liberal sense seeks foreign participation as the conduit toward integration in the global marketplace and to the network of foreign financial institutions. Within such a frame, it is quite normal to have top-level decision-makers for such international communication and PR about Morocco. They have to be up to the task and know the international terrain that will enable them to sail the vessel Made in Morocco and Morocco Now as Innovative and efficient Leaders on board, knowing effectively the direction and the objective – the destination of all these maneuvers to make this Moroccan vessel arrive safely and to make it a proof of the prowess and the skill and the potentialities that can challenge its competitors as well as organizations of all kinds potentially interested in Morocco as a commercial partner, as a production or investment location or as a destination to visit and to know at the cultural and social levels.
This campaign conducted at Dubai Morocco Expo 2020 Dubai and the film promoting the launch of Morocco Now both in Dubai and New York needs to convey the considerations, unfortunately, they did not and I am not the only one to underline it or to take note of it.
The group presenting this promotion campaign in Morocco in Dubai and Morocco when asked about the impact of these two special promotions and especially how the choice of New York was made, their responses and reactions led through a bombardment by their friends of the media sites by judicious attempts in camouflage in a sheet of prestige and national pride by highlighting and questioning the meaning of patriotism and nationalism to those who dare to ask them such questions. ★
★These friends have coincidentally designated Times Square by the name of Time Square, showing their aptitudes for copying themselves and between themselves and demonstrating their glaring lack of knowledge of the field and New York as a Marketplace.
This article takes a look at such actions and reveals the ineptitude and incompetence of some of our managers, so-called Professionals.
These officials who, once unmasked / and try to question our nationalism and our patriotism, wall themselves in their inability to understand our interrogations and our questions, and given their weakness they opted for the ultimate maneuvers that confirm their skipping, evading the core of their professional responsibilities by exiting through by the door from behind, the Emergency exit. They could not face the reality of the incoherence and incompetent actions.
I let you follow the course and the trajectory of such behavior of a Director of Communication and PR Mrs. Sahar Tlemsani Maghraouiwho abruptly canceled her account on LinkedIn when she or one of her superiors realized that their practices have flaws and gaps and that they could not overcome by bogus explanations as they and she faced the common people in Morocco.
Their manipulation was faced with the competence wall of my questions and my interrogations which have only one goal, it is to return to the Moroccan what belongs to Morocco.
Author Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D. Posted on – Encore une nouvelle fois, nos responsables du Tourisme Marocain se font une Gourde Catalane pleine de lumière et de vide culturel, ils prennent le bus pour aller nulle part culturellement parlant puisque le tout est rédigé en Anglais alors que le trajet du bus se fait en Barcelone: VRAIMENT CES RESPONSABLES DU TOURISME MAROCAIN – … Continue reading“Tourisme et Patrimoine Marocain: où sont les Pro, Maalmines et Hrayefiya ?”
THEY ARE GETTING CLOSER TO DAVID CHAPELLE – IS THIS THE SAME JOCK AND SAME JOCKER
★ Morocco Now Inflates Energy and Spends Money Without Considering Reality ★
★ Another Gaffe Full of Exaggeration and Inflating the Share of Renewable Energy in Morocco ★
Dr Said GUEMRA 2nd degree connection 2nd Expert Conseil en Management de l’Energie 4.0 1d To my knowledge, the share of renewable energies in 2020 in the Moroccan energy mix is 17.8%, I do not see where 37% comes from in the energy mix in 2020. The installed capacity in renewables was 31.7% of the total installed capacity excluding step. If we are talking about the electricity mix, we must say 17.8% in 2020, and not 37%.
Dr Said GUEMRA 2nd degree connection 2nd Expert Conseil en Management de l’Energie 4.0 2 pm Perfectly. it was necessary to come out with figures corresponding to reality. In this area there is the electricity mix which is 17.8%, and the energy mix (in primary energy) which is 8.2% in 2020. I do not know what mix is talking about this publication which does not help this. beautiful image that we want to give: Morocco Now. ONEE’s balance sheet is public, and nothing can be hidden or inflated
Morocco Now Inflates Energy and Spends Money Without Considering Reality
Another Gaffe Full of Exaggeration and Inflating the Share of Renewable Energy in Morocco
I don’t know why, those responsible for this good initiative that is Morocco Now, make a fool of it and have a bad performance, there is a sense of wanting to sing faster than the music and to run faster than the authentic lifestyle
The worst is when we show them that the reality is quite different, they play you the card of patriotism and nationalism which becomes exhausting and stupid or they shirk and disappear completely from circulation, read this completely. article that I wrote for this purpose below and which describes this voluntary lack of professionalism and integrity on the part of Morocco Now.
INTERNATIONAL IMAGE OF MOROCCO HUB: WHERE ARE THE PROFESSIONALS?
Thanks to all the transport and logistics mega projects achieved, Morocco is leading the infrastructure ranking in Africa. Learn more at www.morocconow.com
Vous présentez et vous tentez de mettre en relief l’infrastructure du Maroc mais vous omettez de bâtir une structure structurée de l’infrastructure: le Chasseur Chassé
A picture is worth 1000 words
and in the case of Morocco is still confused with Monaco
Make A picture of Morocco that is worth and is an expression of 1000 and 1000 years of civilization.
The Map should be clearer. Needs a better picture for such a promo and an international level of quality
There is harsh competition around the world just for looking good and where the first impression is the one that wins.
In addition with all these generic and stereotyping trends, it is better not to give them the chance to expand.
At any cost do not make Morocco look in a FUZZY PICTURE LIKE THE ONE HERE with no quality presentation.
En plus, dans cette carte, on ne peut déchiffrer ni les noms des sites ni les liaisons de la logistique des transports.
Le littoral dans le développement du Maroc et de sa politique atlantique “Le littoral atlantique du Maroc a toujours été un domaine d’implantations humaines et économiques variées, représentant un patrimoine culturel développé sur des paysages précieux, des sites d’intérêt biologique, historique et archéologique. Il concentre l’essentiel des activités de création de richesse du pays, notamment … Continue reading Dakhla: Créneau Régionalisation – Urbanisation Territoriale – Intégration Opérationnelle au Sud du Maroc
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. _ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D.Contact: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com Invest in Morocco: Where Vision Creates Opportunities – Where Culture, History, and Present Progress Are the Driving Forces of Change and DevelopmentMorocco offers a wealth of investment opportunities driven by … Continue reading
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Morocco-United States Relation and American-Moroccan Diaspora M Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. Contact for needs of additional info:– Email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com MEETING WITH MOROCCANS IN SILICON VALLEY Meeting with Moroccans in Silicon Valley Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. _ Said … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the Minister of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies « Thrilled to have convened an inspiring gathering in Silicon Valley, bringing together Moroccan professionals from diverse sectors. Proud of such a dynamic community and excited for future collaborations!» Declaration by His … Continue reading
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From West North Africa to West North America Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.-Morocco-Africa Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Senior Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Executive Editor ★ 95 articles May 28, 2024 By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. _ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. … Continue reading
TRI CK USA – Good Day U.S. and Moroccan Fellows U.S. and Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley and Bay Area of San Francisco It is with immense personal pride and a professional sense of dignity to be able in a lifetime to receive representatives of the Country of my birth and growth and growth and my own ancestral family: the … Continue reading
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.-Morocco-Africa Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Senior Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Executive Editor ★ Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the MICEPP – … Continue reading
The First Muslim Moroccan Investor in Starting Transportation Operations Toutes Directions in the History of Morocco
First Moroccan Muslim Contractor of Public Transport in Early 1920 – Twenties of 20th Century: Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the First Muslim Transporter in Morocco By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Son of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Father of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui PARENTAL HERITAGE OF MOROCCAN NATIONALISM This is Haj Ahmed Cherkaoui All … Continue reading
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Case-Study of Investment Opportunity: Kingdom of Morocco
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Sypnosis on the Kingdom of Morocco’s New Development Strategy for Investment
Morocco is setting a frame and components that can be multiple and diverse in their local content, and regional determinations like in their external and global objectives. This strategy is oriented by the selection of leading mining resources, industrial sectors, and technological and energy-based productions that are becoming the focus and reasons for international heated competition. These advanced areas of design and development are the topics and the objectives that differentiate the level of technological and self-sustainability masteries and sector productive leadership between nations in their drive to set new rules for governance as an alternative to the failed globalization which did not respond to local, regional, national, and “inter-nations” geostrategic interests” but impose more competitive and war-driven interventions as regulation of the flow of natural and primary resources needed to fuel such global expansion made without cushion and safety social nets and ideological and political remedies.
Morocco’s drive is a response to these interferences and moves to rejection and adhesion of nations in new identification of competitive forms. Morocco is positioning its economy and external alliances as a regional liaison, a conduit of dialogue, an ally interlocutor, and a business negotiator within balanced the weakness into forces between spheres of influence and clusters of changes.
Morocco has ratified 72 investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 62 economic agreements, including with the United States and most EU nations, that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, eliminating tariffs on more than 95 percent of qualifying consumer and industrial goods.
The Government of Morocco plans to phase out tariffs for some products through 2030. The FTA supports Morocco’s goals to develop as a regional financial and trade hub, providing opportunities for the localization of services and the finishing and re-export of goods to markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Since the U.S.-Morocco FTA came into effect bilateral trade in goods has grown nearly five-fold.
The U.S. and Moroccan governments work closely to increase trade and investment through high-level consultations, bilateral dialogue, and other forums to inform U.S. businesses of investment opportunities and strengthen business-to-business ties.
What are the Government measures to motivate or restrict investment in Morocco?
The new investment charter which was introduced in July 2016 as part of Law 60-16, and replacing a previous charter implemented in 1995, creates free-trade zones in each of the 12 regions of the country, recognizes indirect exporter status, and creates incentives for export-oriented and industrial companies. It also restructures investment promotion activities under the centralized Moroccan Agency for Investment Development and Export. A General Directorate for Trade, a General Directorate for Industry and an agency dedicated to developing the digital economy and e-government were also created under the new charter.
FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Figures
After a decline during the global recession, FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to Morocco increased in 2014 and 2015, exceeding USD 3 billion. In 2016, however, flows fell by 29% to USD 2.32 billion. The country’s stability should attract more investors. In addition, a vast project of economic modernisation has been launched to boost FDI. Casablanca in particular aims to become an international financial center. Traditionally, France, Saudi Arabia and Spain have been the three main investors. FDI is mainly concentrated in the real estate sector, followed by industry and tourism.
Source:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Foreign Direct Investment inflows by country and sector in Morocco
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP) – Morocco
International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics and Balance of Payments databases, World Bank, International Debt Statistics, and World Bank and OECD GDP estimates. License : CC BY-4.0
Here are some countries and sectors that have invested in Morocco through foreign direct investment (FDI): In 2022, the top investing countries by stock were France (30.8%), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (20.3%), Spain (8%), Switzerland (5.7%), and the United States (5%). In the first quarter of 2022, the leading investors were the United States, France, and the UAE.
Sectors that receive the most FDI are:
Industry: Almost one-fourth of FDI
Real estate: 20% of FDI
Communication: 12.4% of FDI
Tourism: 9.5% of FDI
Energy and mining: 6.4% of FDI
Banking: 5.7% of FDI
The aim is to be considered as an alternative and reliable intermediary and as a hub of transfer and transformation of existing created and advanced researched values. The multiple participation of Morocco in international events, the signature of trade treaties and investment agreements, direct involvement in security, and strategic alliances are the institutional expressions for business integration, diplomatic acceptance, and cultural harmonization driven by the search for mutual benefits and complementary exchanges with a transfer of technological intelligence and operational know-how that Morocco is striving to materialize. A new model of development based on the production of clean energy remains the determining factor in conglomerating these similar but not identical factors of development.
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Legend of the Article Cover Image: 2004 a Casablanca with His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, and at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and …Continue reading
With EBCITD – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca – Morocco
American Café organized in Casablanca Morocco by the USDA, US State Department, and the US Embassy in Morocco
American Café at Casablanca – Morocco attended by Said Cherkaoui representing the EBCITD and 25 US Food companies. This trade show was a facilitator for the upcoming negotiations and the signature of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement.I met with Exporters, Importers, Heads of the Largest companies and Decision-Makers at local and regional and National levels.
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco.
My EBCITD Stand in Casablanca, Morocco I represented 25 US and Californian Food Companies at the American Cafe organized in Casablanca (Morocco) by the US Embassy, the USDA, and the State Department to facilitate the signing of the US-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.
Official Letter by Executive Director James Garrett mandating Said Cherkaoui to organize a California trade mission to Morocco and conduct negotiations with local exporters, importers, executives, and officials.
Ms. Agricultural and Commercial Attache at the Embassy in Morocco His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Assistant to the Ambassador, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Mr. Omar Bouafi at the Casablanca Cafe organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce … Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Leading United States Trade and Business Mission in Morocco
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TRI CK USA – By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Sciences Po, GrenobleUniversité Grenoble Alpes – IREPInstitut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, ParisUniversité de la Sorbonne, Paris III The Moroccan-American Friendship up-to-this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 Treaty of Peace and Friendship, with additional article; also Ship-Signals Agreement. … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, January 2, 2018 The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty-free, and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide … Continue Reading →
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December 16, 2020 – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui The U.S.-Moroccan Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in 2006, made Morocco the first African country to sign such an agreement with the United States. Such action has renewed the privilege that Morocco had to be the first … Continue reading
– Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D. The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United … Continue reading
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Dear Members of the @Moroccan Diaspora Worldwide Network
We have corrected the link to our publications.
Below you’ll be able to access the correct pages and documents stating directly and related to the visit of our Moroccan Official Delegation to the Silicon Valley, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the related meeting presenting the Moroccan Drive and Attractivity of Talents, Entrepreneurs, and High-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission Inviting Silicon Valley – Bay Area U.S. and Moroccan Professionals
MAY 10, 2024 – 06:00 PM – Event of the Cocktail Reception at FOUR-SEASON HOTEL IN SILICON VALLEY EAST OF PALO ALTO 2050 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, EAST PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA 94303 U.S.A. – Phone: 1 (650) 566 -1200
Please CLICKING on the next link to access and fill out the form that will confirm your attendance at the event: https://forms.office.com/r/G2ZjmJW2TN Please spread the news about this highly sought-after Moroccan Business Meeting in Silicon Valley, California.
Dear Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley,
Looking forward to welcoming you! Venue will be shared shortly.
The Red and Green Moroccans – Moors Are Coming to America:
Get Ready to Meet the Official Moroccan Delegation seeking to reinforce trends and diversify exchanges of investment, business, and trade relationships between the U.S. and Morocco by showcasing and increasing awareness about Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub.
This Morocco Delegation is formed by Government Decision-Makers and Business Leaders who will meet with all interested private and group investors, business owners, and individual entrepreneurs interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
This Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024, visiting the following U.S. States and Cities on these dates: All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.
An important business delegation, including high government officials and private sector representatives, will be in the USA during the period May 6th to 14:
– Dallas: May 6th and 7th – Austin: May 8th – San Francisco: May 9 to 11 A cocktail will be hosted on May 10th (evening). All Moroccan professionals are welcome. Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma – Seattle: 13th and 14th.
The delegation is aimed at showcasing Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub In addition to meeting with American companies interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
I will be grateful for your advice, information, and introductions to companies or private-sector institutions.
Morocco is recognized as a top market reformer in the Middle East and North Africa. The nation has emerged as a commercial hub as a result of its economic reforms, investment incentives, competitive costs of production, modern banking processes, strong laws to protect intellectual property, and proximity to major markets. Morocco has a Free Trade Agreement with the United States and an Association Agreement with the European Union (EU). These agreements attract traders looking to enter Morocco, the world’s largest markets (such as the EU and the United States), and the world’s fastest-growing markets (e.g., Africa). The U.S.- – Morocco Free Trade Agreement entered into force in January 2006, eliminating duties on more than 95 percent of all goods and services, and U.S. exports have grown dramatically since then. [source: IFC data]
The major resources of the Moroccan economy are agriculture, phosphates, and tourism. Sales of fish and seafood are important as well. Industry and mining contribute about one-third of the annual GDP. Morocco is the world’s third-largest producer of phosphates (after the United States and China), and the price fluctuations of phosphates on the international market greatly influence Morocco’s economy. Tourism and workers’ remittances have played a critical role since independence. The production of textiles and clothing is part of a growing manufacturing sector that accounted for approximately 34% of total exports in 2002, employing 40% of the industrial workforce. The government wishes to increase textile and clothing exports from $1.27 billion in 2001 to $3.29 billion in 2010.
The services sector accounts for just over half of GDP and industry, made up of mining, construction, and manufacturing, is an additional quarter. The sectors that recorded the highest growth are the tourism, telecoms, and textile sectors. Morocco, however, still depends to an inordinate degree on agriculture. The sector accounts for only around 14% of GDP but employs 40-45% of the Moroccan population. With a semi-arid climate, it is difficult to assure good rainfall and Morocco’s GDP varies depending on the weather. Fiscal prudence has allowed for consolidation, with both the budget deficit and debt falling as a percentage of GDP.
In 2009 Morocco was ranked among the top thirty countries in the offshoring sector. Morocco opened its doors to offshoring in July 2006, as one component of the development initiative Plan Emergence, and has so far attracted roughly half of the French-speaking call centers that have gone offshore and a number of the Spanish ones.
According to experts, multinational companies are attracted by Morocco’s geographical and cultural proximity to Europe, in addition to its time zone. In 2007 the country had about 200 call centers, including 30 of significant size, that employ a total of over 18,000 people.
The economic system of the country presents several facets. It is characterized by a large opening towards the outside world. France remains the primary trade partner (supplier and customer) of Morocco. France is also the primary creditor and foreign investor in Morocco. In the Arab world, Morocco has the second-largest non-oil GDP, behind Egypt, as of 2005.
Since the early 1980s, the Moroccan government has pursued an economic program toward accelerating real economic growth with the support of the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the Paris Club of creditors. The country’s currency, the dirham, is now fully convertible for current account transactions; reforms of the financial sector have been implemented; and state enterprises are being privatized.
The high cost of imports, especially of petroleum imports, is a major problem. Another chronic problem is unreliable rainfall, which produces drought or sudden floods; in 1995, the country’s worst drought in 30 years forced Morocco to import grain and adversely affected the economy. Another drought occurred in 1997, and one in 1999–2000. Reduced incomes due to drought caused GDP to fall by 7.6% in 1995, by 2.3% in 1997, and by 1.5% in 1999. During the years between drought, and good rains bumper crops to market. Good rainfall in 2001 led to a 5% GDP growth rate. Morocco suffers both from unemployment (9.6% in 2008), and a large external debt estimated at around $20 billion, or half of GDP in 2002.
Overview of Morocco
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Morocco is located in Northwestern Africa and is slightly geographically larger than California. The capital of Morocco is Rabat, which is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean. Morocco has a population of 34.37 million people and a gross domestic product (GDP) of $100.6 billion. Due to its proximity to Europe along the strategic location as a gateway to Africa, Morocco has created strong trade relationships and promotes an open market economy. In 2015, the US had $304 million in foreign direct investment (FDI) in Morocco.
Morocco and the United States in 2016
The United States is the fourth largest importer of Moroccan goods.
In 2016, the US imported roughly $1 billion worth of goods from Morocco. The largest category of imported goods was chemicals, which made up 36.8% or $375 million of the total. Other imports from Morocco included food manufacturers, apparel manufacturing products, and transportation equipment. In the same year, the United States exported $1.86 billion worth of goods to Morocco, which was an increase from the previous year. In the same year, the United States exported $1.86 billion worth of goods to Morocco, which was an increase from the previous year.
The main exports to Morocco were transportation equipment (31.6%), agricultural products (15%), and petroleum and coal products (8.7%). Export data pulled from the International Trade Administration (ITA) shows that average US exports to Morocco have more than tripled since the US-Morocco Free Trade Agreement (FTA) went into effect just over a decade ago.
President George W. Bush signed the FTA, the first US free trade agreement with an African country, exactly twelve years ago today; and the agreement went into effect on January 1, 2006.
In the three years before the FTA (2003-2005), US exports to Morocco averaged $482 million; in the past three years (2013-2015), they increased 328 percent to $2.1 billion.
At the state level, Texas claims the spot as the top exporter to Morocco, both in 2015 and on average over the past three years, exporting $510 and $710 million worth of goods, respectively. Other top state exporters when looking at three-year averages include Louisiana, West Virginia, Washington, and California in descending order; considering only 2015, Washington, Louisiana, Virginia and California rounded out the top five following Texas.
When looking at sheer growth in exports since before the FTA, other states emerge as winners. Nevada experienced the biggest boost in exports at a nearly 13,000% increase; Idaho’s exports increased by nearly 11,000%; Montana’s by just over 10,000%; New Mexico by nearly 4,500%; and West Virginia by just under 4,000%.
Morocco has been doing everything right to strengthen and diversify its economy,” said former US Ambassador to Morocco Edward M. Gabriel. “Choosing Morocco as the US’s first FTA beneficiary in Africa was a smart move, and I believe the US will continue benefiting from this strong relationship for years to come.
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Morocco offers a promising investment landscape for foreign entrepreneurs. Here are some key reasons why investing in Morocco can be advantageous
Morocco’s economic stability, ongoing reforms, and diverse investment opportunities make it an attractive destination for international business ventures. Whether in real estate, renewable energy, tourism, or manufacturing, entrepreneurs can find promising prospects in this North African country 1.
Political Stability: Morocco benefits from a stable political environment, which is crucial for long-term investments. The government’s commitment to economic reforms is helping to boost investor confidence.
Strategic Location: Morocco’s strategic location between Europe and Sub-Saharan Africa makes it an ideal gateway for companies seeking to access both markets. The relatively low labor cost and modern infrastructure increase its attractiveness 2.
Morocco and USA Friendship since the Birth of the United States of America
As the United States was struggling in its battle for independence from Great Britain, Sultan Mohammed III of Morocco was among the first heads of state in the world to grant American ships port access. By royal decree in 1777, Sultan Mohammed III provided the Americans with an economic ally and began what would become the longest unbroken diplomatic relationship in the history of the United States. The more contemporary 2006 free trade agreement caused an increase in American and Moroccan exports from $481 million to $3.5 billion and $446 million to $1.6 billion
Diversified economy: The Moroccan economy is characterized by diversity and sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, services, and tourism contribute significantly to the GDP. This diversity offers diverse investment opportunities.
Real Estate Sector: Real estate in Morocco offers profitable investment opportunities. The country has seen significant growth in infrastructure development, including commercial and residential projects, resorts, and industrial zones. Cities such as Casablanca, El Jadida, Marrakech, Rabat, and Tangier offer interesting prospects for real estate investments 1.
Renewable energy: Morocco prioritizes the development of renewable energy and aims to produce 52% of its energy from renewable sources by 2030. Foreign entrepreneurs can explore investments in solar and wind energy projects, as well as in the production of energy equipment renewable. 1.
Tourism and hospitality: With its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and dynamic cities, Morocco is a popular tourist destination. The tourism sector offers foreign investors the opportunity to invest in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and travel agencies. Government strategies to attract more tourists and improve infrastructure improve the growth potential of the sector 1.
Manufacturing and exports: Morocco has established itself as a manufacturing and export hub, particularly in sectors such as automotive, textiles, and electronics. Its proximity to Europe, its production costs, its competitive workforce and its free trade agreements create a favorable environment for seeking foreign entrepreneurs. Establish factories or explore export-oriented businesses 1.
Information technology and innovation: The Moroccan government actively promotes digital transformation and innovation. The growing IT sector and the startup ecosystem that supports it offer opportunities in software development, cybersecurity, e-commerce, and other technology-driven sectors.
Transition to a green economy: Morocco is a pioneer in the transition to a green economy. Ambitious energy transition plans aim to transform the country into one of the greenest and low-carbon platforms in the world 3.
Investment incentives: The Moroccan government offers incentives to attract foreign investment, including tax exemptions, support, and simplified procedures 2.
Morocco’s economic stability, ongoing reforms, and various investment opportunities make it an attractive destination for international businesses, whether in real estate, renewable energy, tourism, or manufacturing and in this North African country you can find promising entrepreneurs.
Foreign Investment and Foreign Trade in 2024
★ Morocco has ratified 72 investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 62 economic agreements, including with the United States and most EU nations, that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, eliminating tariffs on more than 95 percent of qualifying consumer and industrial goods.
★ The Government of Morocco plans to phase out tariffs for some products through 2030. The FTA supports Morocco’s goals to develop as a regional financial and trade hub, providing opportunities for the localization of services and the finishing and re-export of goods to markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
Since the U.S.-Morocco FTA came into effect bilateral trade in goods has grown nearly five-fold. The U.S. and Moroccan governments work closely to increase trade and investment through high-level consultations, bilateral dialogue, and other forums to inform U.S. businesses of investment opportunities and strengthen business-to-business ties.
According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) World Investment Report 2022, Morocco attracted the ninth-most foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa in 2021. Inbound FDI rose by 52 percent in 2021 to $2.2 billion, vice $1.7 billion in 2020 and 2019 and a 2018 peak of $3.6 billion. France, the United Arab Emirates, and Spain hold a majority of FDI stocks.
Manufacturing attracted the highest share of FDI stocks, followed by real estate, telecommunications, tourism, and energy and mines. Morocco continues to orient itself as the “gateway to Africa,” and expanded on this role with its return to the African Union in January 2017 and the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (CFTA), which entered into force in 2021.
In June 2019, Morocco opened an extension of the Tangier-Med commercial shipping port, making it the largest in Africa and the Mediterranean; the government is developing a third phase for the port which will increase capacity to five million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). Tangier is connected to Morocco’s political capital in Rabat and commercial hub in Casablanca by Africa’s first high-speed train service – TGV. Actually, Morocco is planning a southern connection by the TGV of Casablanca, Marrakech, Agadir, and Dakhla in the Moroccan Sahara.
Morocco’s Investment and Export Development Agency (AMDIE) ★ is the national agency responsible for the development and promotion of investments and exports. Following the reform to the law governing the country’s Regional Investment Centers (CRIs) in 2019, each of the 12 regions is empowered to lead its own investment promotion efforts. The CRI websites aggregate relevant information for interested investors and include investment maps, procedures for creating a business, production costs, applicable laws and regulations, and general business climate information, among other investment services.
Morocco actively encourages and facilitates foreign investment through a range of incentives. Here are some key investment incentives in Morocco:
Tax benefits: The Moroccan government offers tax breaks to investors, reducing the overall cost of doing business. These tax incentives apply to both foreign and local investors 12.
Customs Exemptions: Investors can benefit from exemptions on import duties, making it easier to import goods and materials into the country for their business operations 1.
Access to funds and grants: Morocco offers access to various funds and grants that support investment projects. These financial assistance programs aim to improve returns on investments and encourage economic growth 3.
Investment Promotion Agencies: The country has established investment promotion agencies that provide information, guidance, and support to investors. These agencies help streamline the investment process and connect investors with relevant resources 1.
Free Trade Agreements: Morocco has entered into numerous free trade agreements, providing preferential access to international markets. These agreements improve trade opportunities and make Morocco an attractive base for export-oriented businesses 1.
Morocco’s investment incentives, combined with its strategic location, political stability, and world-class infrastructure, create a favorable environment for foreign entrepreneurs looking to invest in the country 1.
The Investment Charter, Law 18-95 of October 1995, is the current foundational Moroccan text governing investment and applies to both domestic and foreign investment (direct and portfolio).
Morocco’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) increased by 1.2 USD bn in June 2022, compared with an increase of 416.3 USD mn in the previous quarter. Morocco Foreign Direct Investment: USD mn net flow data is updated quarterly, available from Mar 2014 to Jun 2022.
According to data from the country’s foreign trade watchdog, the Exchange Office (OE), Morocco welcomed MAD 6.3 billion ($578 million) in investments from the US in the first half of 2022, compared to MAD 5.6 billion ($513.7 million) from France.
For the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s (UNCTAD) World Investment Report 2020 , Morocco attracted the eighth most foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa. Following a record year in 2018 where Morocco attracted $3.6 billion in FDI, inbound FDI dropped by 55 percent to $1.6 billion in 2019. Despite the global COVID-19 pandemic, FDI inflows to Morocco remained largely stable totaling $1.7 billion in 2020, according to the Moroccan Foreign Exchange Office, a slight increase of one percent from the previous year. France, the UAE, and Spain hold a majority of FDI stocks. Manufacturing has the highest share of FDI stocks, followed by real estate, trade, tourism, and transportation. Morocco continues to orient itself as the “gateway to Africa” for international investors following Morocco’s return to the African Union in January 2017 and the launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (CFTA) in March 2018, which entered into force in 2021.
In June 2019, Morocco opened an extension of the Tangier-Med commercial shipping port, making it the largest in the Mediterranean and the largest in Africa. Tangier is connected to Morocco’s political capital in Rabat and commercial hub in Casablanca by Africa’s first high-speed train service. Morocco continues to climb in the World Bank’s Doing Business index, rising to 53rd place in 2020, rising on the list by 75 places over the last decade. Despite the significant improvements in its business environment and infrastructure, high rates of unemployment, weak intellectual property rights protections, inefficient government bureaucracy, and the slow pace of regulatory reform remain challenges.
Morocco has ratified 72 investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 62 economic agreements, including with the United States and most EU nations, that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, eliminating tariffs on more than 95 percent of qualifying consumer and industrial goods.
The Government of Morocco plans to phase out tariffs for some products through 2030. The FTA supports Morocco’s goals to develop as a regional financial and trade hub, providing opportunities for the localization of services and the finishing and re-export of goods to markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
Since the U.S.-Morocco FTA came into effect bilateral trade in goods has grown nearly five-fold. The U.S. and Moroccan governments work closely to increase trade and investment through high-level consultations, bilateral dialogue, and other forums to inform U.S. businesses of investment opportunities and strengthen business-to-business ties.
To my right Faheem Hameed Executive Director of East Bay Center for Small Business Development / Center for International Trade Development, Oakland California. at my left and holding my hand, Babacar Ndiaye (Senegal), President (May 1985 – August 1995) of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has organized several trade missions in California, North and Sub Saharan Africa, China, France and Spain. Similarly, he has contributed in the setting of trade relations within the scope of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA). Dr. Cherkaoui’s profile can be accessed at this link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsaidcherkaoui/ Morocco Background The… Read More USA and Morocco: Trade Profile
With an annual Gross Domestic Product growth rate of nearly five percent over the past five years, Morocco’s recent economic history is one of macroeconomic stability and low inflation, despite the challenges of the Arab Spring. In the World Bank’s 2017 Doing Business report, Morocco’s rating improved to 69th in the world. Morocco is conveniently located for investors interested in exporting to Europe and Africa. Moreover, the availability of skilled and competitive labor at lower costs, relative to Europe, is a key factor in attracting automakers to Morocco. These automakers are also eligible for tax exemptions for 25 years, provided that most of the production is destined for export.“
The interests of Renault in Morocco remain the control of the Moroccan automobile market, the availability of very affordable and relatively well-educated workforce, and the bridge to Europe and the Gateway to Africa and the Middle East that Morocco provides through its strategic geographical location. Additional benefits can be also the unique opportunities that are offered by the operation of Tangier. Renault is currently the dominant company in the Moroccan automotive market. The Dacia and Renault brands, owned and operated by Renault, represent respectively 20% and 17% of the market. Renault is already operating a plant in Casablanca and the increased production of this new plant will allow the company to maintain its market share as the Moroccan automotive industry grows.” (Said El Mansour Cherkaoui)
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The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA)
The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty-free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide a merchandise processing fee (MPF) exemption.
The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide a merchandise processing fee (MPF) exemption. To learn more about how to claim preference on these goods, select the following:
This document provides the most relevant information in HTSUS General Notes 27 and 19 CFR Subpart M.
Data Elements for the Morocco FTA Certificate of Origin – Attachment A
This certification can be used by Moroccan producers and exporters, and US importers, when attesting that their goods meet the requirements of the Morocco FTA.
General note, including the General Rules of Origin, Definitions, Value (including Regional Value Content and De Minimis), Sets, Packing and Packaging Materials, Indirect Materials, Record keeping and the all-important Product Specific Rules of Origin
NOTE: On the USITC link, select the “General Notes; General rules of Interpretation; General Statistical Notes,” link, followed by “General Notes 27”.
The following Morocco FTA goods may be subject to a reduced tariff rate quota (TRQ): beef; dairy; dried onions; dried garlic; peanuts; tomato paste, puree and sauce; tobacco; cotton; fabric and apparel.
The Reconciliation Prototype is unavailable for post-importation Morocco FTA claims because they are not administered under 19 USC 1520(d) but as Post Entry Amendments (PEAs), Post Summary Corrections (PSCs) or Protests (19 USC 1514, 19 CFR 174).
Morocco is also pursuing its own opening economic strategy, developing its trade relations with regional economic communities in Africa .. More to read at this link: Integration of Africa with Morocco
e-CFR website including Import Requirements, Filing a Claim, Regional Value Content (RVC) Certification, Post-Importation Refunds, Rules of Origin, Origin Verifications, Transshipment, and Penalties.
Made available by the United States Trade Representative (USTR).
Last published: November 16, 2017
Additional information is available at the US Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration and the Department of Justice in Washington, DC., Marketwired (August 17, 2016) and World Bank, BEA.
Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D.
US Aid to Morocco: Olive and Agricultural Products
In 2004, Congress created the Millennium Challenge Corp., a foreign aid agency headed by the secretary of state, to help developing countries reduce poverty. Since its inception, the agency has authorized grants totaling more than $7 billion to help 23 African and Latin American countries.
In 2007 the agency agreed to give Morocco $697.5 million over five years to improve the country’s employment rate and salaries by investing in its fruit-tree farms, small-scale fisheries, and artisan crafts, according to Millennium. Nearly half of that money – $320 million – is earmarked for the Fruit Tree Productivity Project, with 80 percent of the cash going to olives and the rest to improve date, fig, and almond production. Dates, figs, and almonds are also key California crops.
Patrick Fine, who oversees such agreements as Millennium’s vice president of compact operations, said he does not believe that the investment in Morocco will harm California producers. … Not meeting demand “I …
Patrick Fine, who oversees such agreements as Millennium’s vice president of compact operations, said he does not believe that the investment in Morocco will harm California producers. The project, he said, is designed to help poor rural families increase their incomes and to help develop a strong ally in an important region in the world.
Business Mission and Trade-Show in Morocco by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, East Bay Center for International Trade Development – EBCITD – CITD
Casablanca American Café
‘Play it’: Rick: You know what I want to hear. Sam: No, I don’t. Rick: You played it for her, you can play it for me!
Official Letter by the EBCITD Executive Director James Garrett mandating Said Cherkaoui to organize California trade mission to Morocco and conduct negotiations with local exporters, importers, executives and officials.
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products / companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department at Casablanca, Morocco
To Facilitate the signing of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement, the USFDA, the US State Department, the US Embassy in Morocco organized the Casablanca Cafe, Trade show with US based food companies seeking to establish relations with the Moroccan business community
Excellency Thomas Riley, US Ambassador in MoroccoExcellency Thomas Riley, US Ambassador in MoroccoSaid Cherkaoui with his Moroccan Assistants Omar Bouafi and Nora BouafiSaid Cherkaoui with his Moroccan Assistants Omar Bouafi and Nora Bouafi
At the House of my Birth in Morocco ★ El Jadida – Doukkala – Morocco – The House was built by my Father in 1926 and the House of my Sister Built in 1980
Haj Miloud Chaabi Rahimahou Allah Miloud Chaabi ميلود الشعبي – September 1930 – 16 April 2016 – Miloud Chaabi Born ميلود الشعبي15 September 1930, Aquermoud, near Essaouira, Morocco Died 16 April 2016 (aged 85), Hamburg, Germany Occupation Father, Businessman, People Man, Politician and Charitable Individual Known for Wealthiest person in Morocco in 2011 Miloud Chaabi Self-Made Entrepreneurial Man Success … Continue reading Haj Miloud Chaabi = TRI CK USA
Additional inputs, new events, and indications were continuously updated in this publication which was first published on November 12. 2023 – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – 10/6/2024
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The Front Picture displays Fortaleza Mazagão where the Author was Born. Fortaleza Mazagão a Portuguese who built a citadel in 1514 and expanded it into a fortification in 1541, is an example of the early settlements of Portuguese explorers in West Africa on their way to India.
Location
Atlantic coast, 90 km southwest of Casablanca, Morocco
Built
Early 16th century
Features
Bastions, ramparts, cistern, Church of the Assumption
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Yes, registered in 2004
Known for
An example of Renaissance military design and the exchange of European and Moroccan cultures
Notable buildings
Cistern, Church of the Assumption
The Portuguese built the Fortaleza Mazagão, which was later named Mazagan and is now part of the City of El Jadida, Morocco. Fortaleza Mazagão, ‘s architecture, technology, and town planning reflect the exchange of European and Moroccan cultures. The Portuguese gave up Mazagao to the Moroccans in 1769 while blowing part of it, which the Moroccans named Mahdouma – The Destroyed. It was abandoned until it was renamed El Jadida, which means “new” and became one of the most prosperous Judaic Cities in Morocco with trade relations with the United States, Great Britain, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, and Latin America countries.
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Morocco has a diverse and growing economy. Some promising investment opportunities include: In 2021, Morocco attracted the ninth-most foreign direct investment (FDI) in Africa. More than half of the FDI inflows to Morocco have been concentrated in three sectors: real estate activities (27%), manufacturing industries (17.3%), and financial and insurance activities (11.3%). Investing in Morocco: Analysis by … Continue reading “Invest Morocco Project”
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – INVEST IN MOROCCO Morocco is fast becoming one of the best emerging markets for investment. Over the last decade, Morocco has witnessed an accelerated process of political, economic, and social reforms, and its steady economic growth and strategic geographic position make it an investment opportunity well worth considering. Morocco’s 2018 Doing Business ranking (69th out of 190 countries), published … Continue reading “Advantages of Investing in Morocco”
By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
Here are some reasons to invest in Morocco:
Morocco is located between Europe and sub-Saharan Africa. Morocco is a gateway and path to many regions and countries in Africa and the Middle East. Morocco is embedded and located within a geostrategic environment that is conducive to facilitating the implementation of services, and industrial, maritime, or agricultural operations. These initiatives can also be steering toward integration in the regional economies or for the development of distribution systems along with an expansion in the Western and Eastern Mediterranean regions, the European Union, the United Kingdom, and the neighboring North and Sub-Saharan African economies.
Morocco is also a regional manufacturing and export base for international companies.
Political and economic stability: Morocco has a stable currency and political framework.
Infrastructure: Morocco has modern infrastructure and free trade access to one billion consumers.
Labor: Morocco has a relatively low cost of labor and a qualified labor force.
Macroeconomic performance: Morocco has strong and stable macroeconomic performance.
Business climate: Morocco has a constantly improving business climate.
Capital markets: Morocco has some of the best capital markets in the world.
Business incubation programs: Morocco has many business incubation programs.
Dr Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming H.E. Mr. Mohcine Jazouli – RENEWAL OF THE MEETING BETWEEN SPIRITUAL MOROCCAN SUFIS IN SILICON VALLEY, CALIFORNIA – My AncestorBouabid Cherki learned the Koran and science under the guidance of his Father Sidi Ben Belkacem Azaâri, himself a disciple of Sidi Abdelaziz Tebbaâ, a disciple of Sidi Mohamed Benslimane Al Jazouli.
It is with immense personal pride and a professional sense of dignity to be able in a lifetime to receive representatives of the Country of my birth and growth and my own ancestral family: the Kingdom of Morocco and meet with its highly esteemed government representatives in Northern California of the United States of America, the territory of the birth and growth of my children, my present family.
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The new investment charter which was introduced in July 2016 as part of Law 60-16, and replacing a previous charter implemented in 1995, creates free-trade zones in each of the 12 regions of the country, recognizes indirect exporter status, and creates incentives for export-oriented and industrial companies.
It also restructures investment promotion activities under the centralized Moroccan Agency for Investment Development and Export, including Maroc Exporthttps://marocexport.gov.ma/, the Moroccan Investment Development Agency falling under the purview of the Ministry of Industry, Trade, Investment and Digital Economy.
A General Directorate for Trade, a General Directorate for Industry, and an agency dedicated to developing the digital economy and e-government were also created under the new charter of investments.
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Foreign Direct Investment inflows by country and sector
After a decline during the global recession, FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to Morocco increased in 2014 and 2015, exceeding USD 3 billion. In 2016, however, flows fell by 29% to USD 2.32 billion. The country’s stability should attract more investors. In addition, a vast economic modernization project has been launched to boost FDI. Casablanca in particular aims to become an international financial center. France, Saudi Arabia, and Spain have traditionally been the three main investors. FDI is mainly concentrated in the real estate sector, industry, and tourism.
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FDI: Net Flows Rise by 6.8% in 2022 (Exchange Office)
Net foreign direct investment (FDI) in Morocco reached 21.8 billion dirhams in 2022, up 6.8% year-on-year, according to the annual report on Morocco’s balance of payments and international investment position, published by the Office des Changes (Exchange Office).
“Direct investment operations recorded a debit balance up 6.4%. Net flows of foreign direct investment into Morocco thus far exceeded those of Moroccan direct investment abroad”, says the report, prepared under the 6th edition of the International Monetary Fund Manual (BPM6).
Revenues from these investments reached 39.6 billion dirhams (+21.6%), while expenditure rose by 46.3% to 17.8 billion dirhams, the same source points out.
The report also states that equity securities are the main component of inflows to Morocco, with a 54.2% share in 2022, reaching 11.8 billion dirhams in 2022 (-8.9 %).
As for reinvested earnings, they have fallen by MAD 1 billion, representing 8% of the total net flow of FDI to Morocco in 2022.
By sector, in terms of net flows, the manufacturing sector ranked first in 2022 (+9.5 billion dirhams or 43.5% of total net FDI flows to Morocco), followed by the real estate sector (MAD +5.5 bln or 25.1% of total net FDI flows), and then financial and insurance activities (MAD +2.4 bln or 11.2% of total net FDI flows).
These three sectors accounted for 79.8% of total net FDI flows in 2022 (49.6% one year earlier).
Source: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
By country, the United States is the leading investor in Morocco in 2022, with a net inflow of +7.4 billion dirhams or 34.1% of total FDI. The net inflow from this country stood at MAD +0.7 bln in 2021, an increase of 6.7 billion dirhams.
Net FDI from France reached +3.3 billion dirhams in 2022, compared with +7.4 billion dirhams in 2021, followed by Great Britain (+2.9 billion dirhams versus +2.3 billion dirhams), the United Arab Emirates (+2.5 billion dirhams) and the Netherlands (+1.5 billion dirhams).
These five countries accounted for 80.8% of total net foreign direct investment in Morocco in 2022, notes the report.
France is the leading source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Morocco, accounting for one-fifth of the country’s total investment.
In 2021, FDI flows to Morocco reached $2.1 billion, which was more than half of the previous year’s total. The total stock of FDIs was $72.9 billion, which is about 55.5% of GDP.
FDI is concentrated in the following sectors: Real estate, industry, tourism, manufacturing, and financial and insurance.
In 2022, the manufacturing sector ranked first in terms of net flows, accounting for 43.5% of total net FDI flows. The real estate sector accounted for 25.1%, and financial and insurance activities accounted for 11.2%.
Source: Foreign Exchange Office of the Ministry of Finance
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Each of Morocco’s 12 regions also leads its investment promotion efforts through Regional Investment Centers (CRIs)
Here is an overview of Morocco’s investment and economic environment that we hope will enhance your interest in developing trade, financial, and cultural relationships with the Moroccan people.
If you are looking to benefit from an environment conducive to establishing excellent business relations, you are considering Morocco as your destination for export or the source of your imports and you are going to create real jobs and have good returns on your investments, we can help you to find the right connection and facilitate for you the process through our assessment and evaluation of the present conditions of doing business in Morocco.
This used to be the History of the Clash of Civilizations and now this is the space for discoveries to be made, including investing in the present-day emergence of a new mutually beneficial relationship
It has been 50 years and more that we carry this message and these words in our memory and belief to such an extent that when I crossed the borders of this world, I was asked:
Sir, do you have values to declare?
How did a smart South African pilot answer:
I always thought of his pertinent answer:
“Nothing in the hands, nothing in the briefcase, nothing in the bag, nothing in the pockets, everything in the head.”
My value as one of my Moroccan maternal cousins wrote, it is found in “La Mémoire Tatouée” and in “Le Passé Simple” of another native of our hometown as well as of the liberating activist of African consciences from Overseas in Algeria still Colonized for which members of my own family contributed in its liberation.
These values inherited and transmitted here above and here is a link that can illuminate one of its sources, a group that I lead on Facebook
Cela fait 50 ans et plus que nous portons ce message et ces paroles dans notre mémoire et croyance a tel point que lorsque je traversais les frontières de ce monde, on me demandait:
Mr. est ce vous avez des valeurs a déclarer?
Comment répondait un pilote d’avion malin de l’Afrique du Sud:
Je pensais toujours a sa réponse pertinente:
“Rien dans les mains, rien dans le cartable-porte documents, rien dans la sacoche, rien dans les poches, tout dans la tete.”
Ma valeur comme écrivait un de mes cousins maternels marocains, elle se trouve dans “La Mémoire Tatouée” et dans “Le Passé Simple” d’un autre natif de notre ville natale ainsi que du militant libérateur des consciences africaines d’Outre-Mer en Algérie encore Colonisée pour laquelle membres de ma propre famille ont contribué dans sa libération.
Ces valeurs héritées et transmises ici haut et voila un lien qui peut éclairer une de ses sources, un groupe que je diriges a Facebook
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This article is blatant proof that some managers working to promote Morocco, such as within the Morocco Now Campaign at the international level trying to present its existing potential, skills, and opportunities for the sake of attracting foreign companies, foreign investors, and foreign academic or social institutions. Morocco spends millions to build an image of excellence in attractivity and attractiveness hoping such foreign capital will help reduce unemployment, increase job creation, transfer know-how, and raise the standard of living of citizens.
Imagine then that all its laudable efforts do not take the expected direction nor are carried by competent officials and seasoned and experienced professionals in corresponding areas of Marketing, brand definition, and the strategic enhancement of Morocco’s position on the international scene.
The expectations of the Moroccan State are legitimate given that the expenses that are made at the international level are heavy in sum and impact the returns received by Morocco. Payments paid by Morocco for the services of foreign companies of Public Relations, International Marketing, and Consulting Firms are made with rates applied on the spot and in addition, are made in the national currency of the country where these companies offer their services. A direct impact on the balance of payments and the convertibility rate of the Dirham may result from these payment transfers.
Considering all these issues, the imperatives and the challenges facing Morocco at the global level are first the multiple repercussions at the intangible and material level. Building the foundations of economic development and growth in the liberal sense seeks foreign participation as the conduit toward integration in the global marketplace and to the network of foreign financial institutions. Within such a frame, it is quite normal to have a top-level decision-maker for such international communication and PR about Morocco. They have to be up to the task and know the international terrain that will enable them to sail the vessel Made in Morocco and Morocco Now as Innovative and efficient Leaders on board, knowing effectively the direction and the objective – the destination of all these maneuvers to make this Moroccan vessel arrive safely and to make it a proof of the prowess and the skill and the potentialities that can challenge its competitors as well as organizations of all kinds potentially interested in Morocco as a commercial partner, as a production or investment location or as a destination to visit and to know at the cultural and social levels.
Welcome to Times Square Si Karim Basrire – Tu serais le bienvenu a Si Karim, tu devrais nous rendre visite en Californie et je parles sérieux comme toutes les fois que je m’adresse à toi.
The video should have included more pictures of Morocco infrastructures and landscapes for most of Americans & NewYorkers Morocco is just “ Desert & Camels “ your Marketing team should address that and create a real wakeup ring ! for investors you should sponsor ads on bloomberg , cnbc and other major outlets in the US during key shows / talks 😉 its lot of money but if you r good u can bring more 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Like 8
Some feedback for design. We can’t recognize easly that is Morocco Now, The logo, and brand name is a bit too small and on the edge, it is too low key and people don’t know Morocco Now.
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All the Business Stars and Banks Glorified by Forbes Magazine on its Cover Page and by the Top Public Relation Firms in their Sensational Articles and Medium have Turned Out to be Scammers, Schemers, Swindlers, and Thieves No More, No Less
OLD STYLE RECIPES of PUBLIC RELATION for ELITES and POLITIBRITIES with no DECOR, no SCRIPT, no INTERNATIONAL SCENE, and STAR STATUS RECOGNITION
Morocco is fast becoming one of the best-emerging markets for investment. Over the last decade, Morocco has witnessed an accelerated process of political, economic, and social reforms, and its steady economic growth and strategic geographic position make it an investment opportunity well worth considering.
Mascarade of the Moroccan Reality – Mascarade de la Réalité Marocaine
All these rankings are deliberate exaggerations and are oriented towards specific goals, it is free cascading advertising that we serve as vectors. If we have our analytical skills, we do not need such and such a firm to give us a colorful map like Walt Disney with numbers and a fake ranking so that we fall into their baskets and serve as a platform and bridge on which they lie comfortably at ease and we, like deafened and amazed, watch them pass under our noses their caravans full to bursting with money and income.
Already, we work for LinkedIn for free by publishing our analysis and becoming a mobile advertising panel for private companies, without questioning their references, and their data, without an equivalence closer to reality to their “corrupt findings”. We become accomplices of ignorance and the manipulation of figures for commercial ends making us prisoners of our nationalist ego to want to make our Kingdom of Morocco win a false gold medal of chocolate which will melt at the first contact with the true light of conscience and founded knowledge.
Tous ces classements sont des exagérations voulues et sont orientées vers des buts précis, c’est de la pub en cascade gratuite dont nous servons de vecteurs. Si on a des capacités propres d’analyse on n’a pas besoin de cabinet tel ou tel pour nous mettre une carte colorée a la Walt Disney avec des chiffres et un classement bidon pour que nous tombons dans leurs paniers et servir de plateforme et de ponts sur lesquels ils s’étendent confortablement a l’aise balaise et nous comme des assourdis et ébahis nous les regardons faire passer sous notre museau leurs caravanes pleines a craquer de pognon et de revenus.
Déjà, on travaille pour LinkedIn gratuitement en publiant nos propres analyse et la devenir un panneau mobile de pub pour les compagnies privées, sans que l’on remet en cause leurs références, leurs données, sans une équivalence plus proche de la réalité a leurs “trouvailles corrompues” on devient complice de l’ignorance et de la manipulation des chiffres pour des fins mercantiles nous rendant prisonniers de notre ego nationaliste a vouloir faire gagner notre Royaume du Maroc une fausse médaille d’or de chocolat qui va fondre au premier contact avec la vraie lumière de la conscience et du savoir fondé.
OUTSIDE OF THOSE WHO ARE INSIDE THE BOX, WHO CARES?
This kind of story is a waste of money and even prestige given that no decision-makers from our top trade, business, and finance partner or connection comment on such “Clowny” publications, they know already the “Gimmicks” and they do not buy the “Rosy” pictures and presentation of distorted, exaggerated, glossy and “trade show” and “rudimentary show biz” exposition. They are the masters in such “fabrication and makeup of reality. Period”
As Moroccan we need to stop throwing Cheap Roses at ourselves and pay the high price for it to Foreign Public relations conglomerates and Consulting Firms that turn around and resell all the intelligence they get from Moroccan Clients.
We need to find a way to show our real needs of development, not to keep enhancing and blowing out of dimensions things to give ourselves a boost of Fictional Pride and a surge of inflationary nationalistic auto-satisfaction that with the hit of the hard realities we have in Morocco, they will melt like Improvised Ice Cream in the Desert.
Public Moroccan Money and Private Hard Currency Goes by the Drain
This is where the public money goes to enhance the image and stature of already governing bodies and responsible minds that want to have a Star on the Wild Sidewalk of the International Media Manipulation of images and realities of countries that are not realizing anything of sustainable development based on hardcore competencies and advances in the areas where the international competition is heating up between the real advanced and developed countries of the Western and Asian World
Morocco has no place among these giants while is trying to pay heavily for a light to be placed on pages of magazines and online presentations that have no relation with its hard reality of everyday day and display only Minor League of Actor-Personalities and their profile as the magnet of success measure according to the criteria of the entertainment industry that the main aim remains to be on the forefront of the news pages whatever the reason to be there, scandal or well-made action
REO manufactured a Self-gratifying Catalog – Promo Pamphlet, a mimic of the modernity of Forbes Style with the Old way of Paris-Match, a self-satisfactory and paid advertisement by Moroccan private entities and public institutions
Country Report by REO Communications
Bling – Bling Style of Morocco Oscar Award Winner “Glittering” without Real Stars Around.
REO Target is a hard currency and hard profit, the rest is a deluge of praises without any limit in the sky to get more Moroccan Dirhams to convert into hard currency and hard profit for REO adding deeper deficit on the balance of payment, on the rate of Dirham devaluation and on the public debt.
So where are the benefits for the Moroccans in all this?
Where are the improvements in social conditions?
Where is the level reached by the Research and Development and its discoveries?
Morocco is where about 80% of jobs are informal and the income gaps are very high.
In 2021, Morocco ranked 123rd out of 191 countries in the world on the Human Development Index (HDI), behind Algeria (91st) and Tunisia (97th). It is the most unequal country in North Africa according to the NGO Oxfam.
Signs of a high level of development include industrialization and the everyday use of advanced technology. Levels of education are also related to development. Developed countries usually have higher literacy rates, meaning most of their population can read and write
Developed nations have strong economies, advanced technology, and high standards of living.
Characteristics of Developed Countries?
A high per capita income;
A diverse industrial mix, including a large services sector;
A developed financial system; …
people having a longer life expectancy at birth;
A well-developed educational system.
Are we going to correct all these deficiencies with such PDF, Bling-Bling and Glittering Oscar Night Speeches of self-gratification and self-serving satisfaction while the problems are for real for the rest of the Moroccan and Morocco?
Moroccan Amazigh – Berber – Doukkala Wisdom
A Moroccan proverb goes: “The sheep spends his whole life being afraid of the wolf, but in the end, who feasts on the sheep? The shepherd!” The Cheap Herder
As Moroccan we need to stop throwing Cheap Roses at ourselves and pay the high price for it to Foreign Public Relations conglomerates and Consulting Firms that turn around and resell all the intelligence they have from Moroccan Clients: Privately State Owned Entities or Members of the Moroccan Elites or the Moroccan Government.
We need to find a way to show our real needs of development, not to keep enhancing and blowing out of dimensions things to give ourselves a boost of Fictional Pride and a surge of inflationary nationalistic auto-satisfaction that with the hit of the hard realities we have in Morocco, they will melt like Improvised Ice Cream in the Desert.
MOROCCO ENTERTAINING STORIES and PROFILES
PUBLIC RELATION for ELITES and POLITIBRITIES
A Self-gratifying Catalog – Promo Pamphlet, a mimic of the modernity of Forbes Style with the Old way of Paris-Match, a self-satisfactory and paid advertisement.
TARGET GETTING the MOROCCAN DIRHAM CONVERTED IN HARD CURRENCY and HARD PROFIT FOR REO ADDING DEEPER DEFICIT on THE BALANCE of PAYMENTS, on the DEVALUATION of the DIRHAM and the PUBLIC DEBT
Street children in Morocco number approximately 75,000, a frightening statistic when you are aware of the damage such circumstances inflict upon children’s development and future. Living in poverty and outside the school system, these children are easy targets for urban violence and all kinds of traffic, whether drugs or sex and have a future as dark as the streets they live on.
Enfants-des-rues-au-Maroc
In Casablanca, the biggest city in Morocco, approximately 22.000 children live in this condition. The chamkers are children who were abandoned or chose to flee their sometimes violent and often difficult family environments. While some of them work in the streets during the day and go home at night to sleep, others make an uncomfortable bed for the night out of a simple cardboard box or staircase step.
In the streets of Casa, the country’s economic engine, which employs over half its population, street children sell small merchandise and basic services to pedestrians and motorists alike.
This social trend is not unique to Casablanca. In Marrakech, one of the biggest souks in Morocco, the millions of tourists aren’t pounding the pavement alone – street children have also set up houses there. Sometimes organized in clans, they earn a few cents in the vicinity of the famous market by selling packets of tissues, tourist guides, and other products.
With a few Dirhams, these children can buy drugs. To alleviate the stress of their daily lives they often sniff glue, a cheap and easy-to-obtain drug, or other hallucinogenic substances. The exact number of street children in Casablanca, Marrakech, and elsewhere is difficult to establish due to their mobility. According to the Moroccan Ministry of Solidarity, Women, Family, and Social Development, the number fluctuates between 20,000 and 70,000.
However, the source of this problem is easier to pinpoint:
The poverty and unemployment affecting numerous Moroccan families and the lack of care and affection given to certain children in the family environment are some of the factors that force children to live on the streets.
A dash of color on a dark canvas: Moroccan civil society, represented by non-governmental organizations and associations, is trying to come to the aid of these children. Occasionally, at the government’s initiative, welcome centers have been opened and strive to reintegrate street children into the school system, a family, and society as a whole.
However, the number of children to care for is too high compared to the infrastructure and qualified personnel dedicated to the cause. Moreover, it is not easy to establish trust between the social and educational agents and the victims; the children, abandoned by their families and rejected by society, have lost all trust in adults and all hope for the future.
Nevertheless, we must safeguard their fundamental rights and, above all, their right to childhood.
“We pride ourselves on our ability to collate authentic, comprehensive, and informative reports on economic, business, and governmental projects. These provide the latest updates on potential investment opportunities and elevate emerging markets to visibility. REO distinguishes itself through its exhaustive firsthand interviews with the greatest leaders and finest minds in the countries it researches.
Our goal is to create effective and groundbreaking reports that achieve client objectives and render a return on investment.” Source:
REO manufactured a Self-gratifying Catalog – Promo Pamphlet, a mimic of the modernity of Forbes Style with the Old way of Paris-Match, a self-satisfactory and paid advertisement by Moroccan private entities and public institutions
Souss – Massa Region Why don’t you spend the money on building Cyber governance in collaboration with the rest of the Regions in Morocco that will be the translation of a Model of Regional Integration at the crossroads of politics, sovereignty, and cooperation in Africa and in Morocco
COUNTRY REPORT BY REO COMMUNICATIONS: MOROCCOOSCAR AWARD WINNER
This is where the public money goes to enhance the image and stature of already governing bodies and responsible minds that want to have a Star on the Wild Sidewalk of the International Media Manipulation of images and realities of countries that are not realizing anything of sustainable development based on hardcore competencies and advances in the areas where the international competition is heating up between the real advanced and developed countries of the Western and Asian World.
Morocco has no place among these giants while is trying to pay heavily for a light to be placed on pages of magazines and online presentations that have no relation with its hard reality of everyday day and display only a minority de personalities and their profiles as the magnet of success measure according to the criteria of the entertainment industry that the main aim remains to be on the forefront of the news pages whatever the reason to be there, scandal or well-made action.
The most important is to be an Icon of the News: Bad, Good, or Ugly that is how the moving short-lived stars pass through the screen of social exposure and the fashion waves of the Western Media specialized in defining and presenting profiles of countries and policelebrities such as this REO Communications.
WHERE IS MOROCCO?
DOES MOROCCO REALLY AT THIS LEVEL OF CONJONCTURE, NEED SUCH EXPENDITURE AND EXPOSURE PAID FOR?
WHAT IS THE REAL STANDING OF MOROCCO IN THE SCREEN OF WORLD-CLASS REALIZATIONS AT THE LEVEL OF AUTHENTIC NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT?
Free Self-made Country Report by Region Economic Morocco Created by
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Global Public Relations Manager
WHATEVER YOUR BACKGROUND AND YOUR STANDING ANYWHERE ELSE, YOU PAY, YOU WILL GET YOUR 15 MINUTES OF FAME OR YOUR 15 PAGES OF EXPOSURE WORLDWIDE OR AT LEAST IN VIRTUAL PLACES WHERE ENGLISH IS THE VEHICLE OF EXPRESSION AND ELITISM IS THE ENGINE OF COMMUNICATION
Spend the money on these people of Moroccan authenticity not on pampering the ones who have already the money to take care of themselves and being pampered in foreign lands and Spa of international hotels and spots.
THE SECOND FREE ADVERTISEMENT OF MOROCCO BY SAID EL MANSOUR CHERKAOUI
ON N’EST JAMAIS MIEUX SERVIT QUE PAR SOI-MÊME – LES MEILLEURS ET NATURELS
SUPPORT PUBLICITAIRES SONT EN PREMIER ET EN FIN DE COMPTE:
LES MAROCAINES ET LES MAROCAINS VIVANT A L’ETRANGER
DONC IL FAUT INVESTIR EN ELLES ET EN EUX ET NON DANS DES CONGLOMÉRATS MULTIMILLIONNAIRES ÉTRANGERS QUI NE RECONNAISSENT COMME ESPACE ET TERRITOIRE NATIONAL QUE LE PROFIT
“Mohcine Jazouli: First of all, I would like to remind you that it was His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, who called, during the Opening Speech in Parliament on October 8, 2021, for the adoption, as soon as possible, “of a new competitive investment charter”. It was therefore necessary to act quickly and well, knowing that the framework law 18.95, the previous charter, would have been almost 27 years old today. This has supported the development of the country and the rise of a modern and broadly diversified economy. But economic, social, institutional, technological, and environmental changes have made it imperative to reform the State’s investment policy. Moreover, the current situation, despite the difficulties it entails, presents opportunities that Morocco will seize. Thus, the new charter is aimed at all those who wish to participate in this new phase of the Kingdom’s development, at all those who project themselves into a promising future: from the VSME to the large group, to national or foreign investors through the Moroccan companies wishing to develop internationally, they will all find in the charter a transparent, incentive and attractive framework.” Source: Challenge.ma – 12/15/2022
Government Council adopted the 1st decree implementing the new Investment Charter – January 26, 2023
As part of the implementation of the High Guidelines of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, may God assist him, the Government Council adopted, on January 26, 2023, the 1st decree implementing the new Investment Charter relating to the implementation of the main investment support mechanism and the specific support mechanism applicable to strategic investment projects.
This decree is a decisive step in the operationalization of the Investment Charter.
How do you test and refine your Public Relations and branding messages and materials before launching them?
Before you launch your Public Relations and branding campaign, you need to test and refine your messages and materials to ensure they are clear, consistent, and compelling. Testing and refining your PR and branding elements can help you avoid costly mistakes, improve your reputation, and increase your chances of reaching your target audience and achieving your goals. Here are some steps you can follow to test and refine your PR and branding messages and materials before launching them.
Identify your objectives and metrics
The first step is to identify what you want to achieve with your PR and branding campaign and how you will measure your success. Your objectives should be SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Your metrics should be aligned with your objectives and reflect the outcomes you want to see, such as awareness, engagement, conversion, or loyalty. For example, if your objective is to increase brand awareness among a new segment, your metrics could include reach, impressions, mentions, or surveys.
Define your target audience and personas
The next step is to define who you want to reach with your PR and branding campaign and what motivates them. Your target audience is the group of people who are most likely to be interested in your product, service, or cause. Your personas are fictional representations of your ideal customers or stakeholders, based on their demographics, psychographics, behaviors, and needs. By defining your target audience and personas, you can tailor your messages and materials to their preferences, pain points, and goals.
Create your key messages and value proposition
The third step is to create your key messages and value proposition that communicate what you do, why you do it, and how you are different from your competitors. Your key messages are the main points you want to convey to your target audience and the media. Your value proposition is the unique benefit you offer to your customers or stakeholders. Your key messages and value proposition should be concise, consistent, and compelling, and support your objectives and brand identity.
Develop your PR and branding materials
The fourth step is to develop your PR and branding materials that support your key messages and value proposition and showcase your brand personality. Your PR and branding materials could include press releases, media kits, pitches, blogs, social media posts, newsletters, brochures, flyers, logos, slogans, videos, podcasts, or webinars. Your PR and branding materials should be relevant, engaging, and informative, and use a consistent tone, voice, and style.
Test your PR and branding elements
The fifth step is to test your PR and branding elements with a sample of your target audience and some external experts. Testing your PR and branding elements can help you get feedback on their clarity, consistency, and persuasiveness, and identify any gaps, errors, or areas for improvement. You can test your PR and branding elements using various methods, such as surveys, focus groups, interviews, usability tests, A/B tests, or analytics.
Refine your PR and branding elements
The final step is to refine your PR and branding elements based on the results of your testing and feedback. Refining your PR and branding elements can help you polish your messages and materials, enhance your brand image, and optimize your campaign performance. You can refine your PR and branding elements by making adjustments to your content, design, format, or delivery, and by ensuring they align with your objectives, metrics, brand identity, and target audience expectations.
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Works on Africa and Morocco
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D.
saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com
The following platforms represent the groups and Websites that Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has created and is managing to increase the visibility of Africa and Morocco and to draw interest in matters focusing on the needs of Africans and those that are necessary to build a Model of Development that will be tailored for each country in Africa in a way that set a suite of models that can be complementary in the sense to build an Economic African Space made of clusters and niches that can complete each other for the sake to make Africa self-sufficient and relying on its own regional productive, transformative and operational capacities, and financial and natural resources own by African nations.
Following the presentation of these groups and websites, you will be able to read about what Africa has achieved so far at the level of Technological drive and transformation of the ecosystem. We define the technology here not like a Casino where financiers are betting on the winning numbers or horses, we are focusing on building the real technological foundations that Africa needs to be at its level of change, progress, and development which can master its advances toward interiorizing its abilities to explore, discover and create new forms of technological applications and economic segments necessary not only to sell or transfer value but to form and expand the outreach of its technological creativity to the level of implementing an independent technological strategy and policies to protect its path toward a complete technological independence.
To communicate with the author: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, please email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com
WEBSITES and SOCIAL MEDIA – GROUPS / PAGES CREATED and MANAGED byDr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
English ★★ Version ★★ Francais
JUST FOR YOU – MY WORK and RESEARCH PUBLISHED Websites I designed, built and where I publish articles, reports, and analyses on Morocco, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, North and South America, and Asia.
Memories and Writers of Legacies are among my favorite personages and minds when I am writing about the treasures of humanity in my cultural background like in my inviting cultural environment. A swing between dreams and memories is the night and the days for the exploration of ideas and models to pass to the new generation as historical human milestones in the road of existence of those who shed light on our own lives.
My publications concentrate also on digital and techno-logistical changes with insights on the evolution and differentiation of business, trade, and finance applicable management models and socio-strategic implementations with consideration to economic development theories, concepts, and entrepreneurial planning and realizations.
I focus on changes around the world what has an impact in decision-making and what can make a difference in the daily existence of communities, business organizations, institutional establishments and representative professional groups and political entities.
In my writings, I also give particular attention to areas, domains, and subjects that carry potential and prospective changes within their movement of transfer, connection, and inner transformation along with their evolution within new spheres of adaptation, interventions, and relinquishment of established alliances.
Maintaining the forces in presence in the balanced position of weakness is what enacts the movement of directing changes within a frame of antagonistic relationship, producing elements and instruments of control and definition of new relationships within and among these forces that are channeled toward dependency and reliance on external factors for their equilibrium.
This process is taking place within a frame of regional military conflict in parallel to financial and economic competition that are kept in a balance of weakness and an equilibrium that is controlled by external forces who have also their forces maintained in a balanced position of weakness.
A cascade of control is spreading within various spheres of decision and interactions that are applied to economic sectors and financial instruments.
JUSTE POUR VOUS – MON TRAVAIL ET MES RECHERCHES PUBLIÉES Des sites que j’ai conçus, construits et où je publie pour vous des articles, reportages et analyses sur le Maroc, l’Afrique, le Moyen Orient, l’Europe, l’Asie, l’Amérique du Nord et du Sud et l’Asie.
Les souvenirs et les écrivains d’héritages font partie de mes personnages et de mes esprits préférés lorsque j’écris sur les trésors de l’humanité dans mon propre milieu culturel comme dans mon environnement culturel hospitalier. Une oscillation entre les rêves et les souvenirs sont la nuit et les jours pour l’exploration des idéaux et des modèles à transmettre à la nouvelle génération comme jalons humains historiques dans le chemin de l’existence de celles et ceux qui éclairent notre propre vie.
Mes publications se concentrent également sur les changements numériques et techno-logistiques avec un aperçu de l’évolution et de la différenciation des modèles de gestion applicables aux entreprises, du commerce, de la finance et des implémentations socio-stratégiques en tenant compte des théories, des concepts, de la planification et des réalisations entrepreneuriales concernant le développement économique.
Je me concentre sur les changements dans le monde et ce qui a un impact sur la prise de décision et ce qui peut faire une différence dans l’existence quotidienne des communautés, des organisations d’entreprises, des établissements institutionnels et des groupes professionnels représentatifs et des entités politiques.
Dans mes écrits, j’accorde également une attention particulière aux domaines, domaines et sujets porteurs de changements potentiels et prospectifs dans leur propre mouvement de transfert, de connexion et de transformation intérieure tout au long de leur évolution dans de nouvelles sphères d’adaptation, d’interventions et de remise en cause des alliances nouées.
Maintenir les forces en présence en position d’équilibre de faiblesse est ce qui met en œuvre le mouvement d’orientation des changements dans un cadre de relation antagoniste, produisant des éléments et des instruments de contrôle et de définition de nouvelles relations à l’intérieur et entre ces forces qui sont en fait canalisées vers la dépendance. et le recours à des facteurs externes pour leur propre équilibre.
Ce processus se déroule en fait dans un cadre de conflit militaire régional parallèlement à une concurrence acharnée financière et économique maintenue dans un équilibre de faiblesse et un équilibre contrôlé par des forces extérieures qui maintiennent aussi leurs propres forces dans une position équilibrée de faiblesse.
Une cascade de contrôle se déploie au sein de diverses sphères de décision et d’interactions qui s’appliquent aux secteurs économiques et aux instruments financiers.
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Here is the Real Rocket Taking to the African Galaxy
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – January 3, 2022 – Jun 17, 2021 – updated 1/3/2022 Startups in Morocco still face a few challenges. The major one is the lack of a pipeline of talented engineers and business course-related graduates. … Continue Reading
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January 6, 2022 – Le Maroc traîne dans le financement des Start-up en Afrique. A travers les projets d’entrepreneurs se réalisent des retombées économiques tant sur le plan de la creation d’entreprise mais aussi de l’emploi en plus du rôle de locomotive joué par les start-ups dans la stimulation des autres déjà existantes compagnies et par l’innovation scientifique et technologique dont toute la région et le pays peut directement et indirectement bénéficier. … Continuer de lirer
January 17, 2022 – Article written in English Le Maroc traîne dans le financement des Start-up en Afrique
A travers les projets d’entrepreneurs se réalisent des retombées économiques tant sur le plan de la creation d’entreprise mais aussi de l’emploi en plus du rôle de locomotive joué par les start-ups dans la stimulation des autres déjà existantes compagnies et par l’innovation scientifique et technologique dont toute la région et le pays peut directement et indirectement bénéficier.
Le mouvement de croissance des start-ups dans les pays tiers comme dans la Silicon Valley est un phénomène directement lié soit a l’existence d’un pool de diplômé/es ou bien a la présence d’incubateurs d’ordre académique et de centres de Recherche et Développement ou les aspirants aux diplômes comme les nouveaux diplômés essayent de créer des micro-entreprises et d’embrasser le chemin entrepreneurial au lieu d’opterer pour des postes dans des compagnies déjà établis. L’autre voie d’aventure pour ces nouveaux diplômées est celle de rester pres de l’action entrepreneuriale en rejoignant des start-ups en pleine croissance.
Est ce que ces conditions permissives existent au Maroc et en Afrique?… Continue Reading
November 30, 2021 – Version written in English Le Maroc traîne dans le financement des Start-up en Afrique Why am I fooling myself when I know you speak another language and love another ways of Doing business
Dans tous les pays ou les Italiens avaient émigré, on trouve des magasins Italiens et des importateurs italiens. … Continue Reading →
GLOCENTRADE – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Sciences Po, Grenoble – Institut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, ParisUniversité de la Sorbonne, Paris III Publishers Glocentrade – Global Leverage ★ Morocco ★ USA ★ Morocco ★ California ★ Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Glocentra – CITD Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca … Continue reading
– Continuously updated with new inputs and trends For Better or Worse Emergent Technologies Changing Africa! COVID-19 induced a global eCommerce boom, but Africa accounted for less than 3% of eCommerce activity Are these efforts going to increase the use of Information Communication Technologies and develop broadband penetration in Africa? Will technology increase the divide or help to integrate Africa? What are the Destiny and the … Continue reading Africa Startup: Boomerang of Micro-ECommerce
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – October 10, 2014 – November 30, 2021, Updated on 1/3/2021 Tech Innovation and Startup in Africa Startup in Africa “Startup in Africa ” Startup ecosystem in Africa This is according to the recently released StartupBlink Ecosystem Index Report 2021, a global startup ecosystem map with tens of thousands of registered startups, co-working spaces, and accelerators. … Continue Reading →
November 30, 2021 – Version written in English Le Maroc traîne dans le financement des Start-up en Afrique Why am I fooling myself when I know you speak another language and love another ways of Doing business Dans tous les pays ou les Italiens avaient émigré, on trouve des magasins Italiens et des importateurs italiens. … Continue Reading →
– Welcome to the American Institute of Entrepreneurship in Africa which strives to contribute to the economic enhancement of the development drive of Africa, through its support of the entrepreneurial spirit and action, the cooperation between authorities, aspiring and established entrepreneurs, and community leaders to coordinate their policies, strategies, efforts and actions toward the spreading of development across the African Economic Regional Communities.
American Institute of Entrepreneurship in Africa seeks and favors the establishment of partnership and collaboration with all the parties interested in the growth of entrepreneurship in Africa. … Continue Reading
Continuously updated with new inputs and trends For Better or Worse Emergent Technologies Changing Africa! COVID-19 induced a global eCommerce boom, but Africa accounted for less 3% of eCommerce activity Are these efforts going to increase the use of Information Communication Technologies and develop broadband penetration in Africa? Will technology increase the divide or…Continue Reading →
February 24, 2020 – Africa Startup: Boomerang of Micro-ECommerce AUGUST 11, 2018 Continuously updated with new inputs and trends For Better or Worse Emergent Technologies Changing Africa! Are these efforts going to increase the use of Information Communication Technologies and develop broadband penetration in Africa? …Continue Reading →
Post author By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – February 3, 2022 – Article Based on Compilation from Findings by Partech Analysis First Findings We tracked a total of 359 equity rounds raised by 347 start-ups, compared to 250 rounds by 234 start-ups last year: representing +44% growth YoY in deal count. 347 African tech start-ups raised a total of US$ 1.43 Billion in 359 equity rounds. This is quite remarkable. In […] Africa Techventure Capital 2021
Morocco Unveils Its Digital Nation Ambition With The Launch Of MoroccoTech That Turned Out to a Complete Merchandising Fiasco Conducted for Personal Gains without any Perspectives on Building a Moroccan Ecosystem for the Development of National Strategic Development of Technology Made in Morocco. …Continue Reading
The Rocket that Explodes in the Face of the Intruders and Comploters and Demasked the Usurpators at the First Day of the Inauguration of this SelfSatifaction and Self-gratification as well as Selfambition Primed to the Detriment of a National Policy and Strategy of Technological Development. … Continue Reading
While small businesses in booming, small colleges are closing. More than 500 private, nonprofit four-year colleges have closed in the past decade, and that pace is expected to pick up if the number of students continues to decline. Small liberal arts colleges are most at risk, and the consequences of closures are stark: Less than 50% of students attending schools that shut down from 2004 to 2020 continued their academic journey. Every business starts small and Small businesses’ impact on the global economy represents over 90% of companies worldwide. However, it’s a sobering fact that approximately 20% of small businesses do not make it past their first year.
The small business boom shows no signs of abating. So far this year, 3.02 million new business applications have been filed in the USA, which puts entrepreneurship at near record levels. The presence and the business practices of giants like Amazon create insurmountable challenges for smaller businesses underscoring the importance of supporting and sustaining small businesses, which are vital to innovation, job creation, and the diversity of our economy.
The economic recession washing the Western economies has forced to Americans to develop skills for entrepreneurship which has reached near-record levels despite a tough business environment. Americans are turning to entrepreneurship at near record levels despite a tough business environment instead of pursuing an education to pursue a professional and corporate career. The time of the Job Fairs taking place inside of the Universities to recruit the Cream of the Cream is over. It is entrepreneurship and self-reliance that is taking place.
Universities feeling the changing of the wind direction, are creating and promoting new waves of instruction and training in the form of academic certificates and diplomas: Entrepreneurship and Social Entrepreneurship to lure new and mature students to increase the enrollment in which tuition is reaching new highs. The academic department of Admissions and Registration considers that increasing tuition or offering courses with tuition is a sign of quality that positions them among the top prestigious universities.
Un récent article publié par LeMonde.fr confirme l’analyse developee ici en 2016 dans mon article, voir: Ecoles de commerce: jusqu’où ira la stratégie du « toujours plus » ?
Ecoles de commerce : jusqu’où ira la stratégie du « toujours plus » ?
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Toujours plus d’offres de formations. Plus de chercheurs de haut vol coûtant de plus en plus cher dans un mercato des professeurs devenu mondial. Et des budgets de communication de plus en plus importants pour attirer de plus en plus d’étudiants étrangers et lever des fonds auprès d’anciens élèves ayant réussi leur carrière…
Par le durcissement de la compétition entre écoles, les classements poussent à la convergence de leurs modèles économiques « vers le haut », se rapprochant du modèle des grandes universités américaines, c’est-à-dire vers toujours plus de dépenses. Cette logique de course à la taille, dans un spectaculaire mimétisme stratégique, conduit à l’explosion du coût de la formation : de 2005 à 2017, les frais de scolarité du master de management d’HEC sont passés de 14 860 à 36 000 euros pour 18 mois. A l’ESCP, de 14 800 euros pour 24 mois à 35 800 euros pour 18 mois.
Les salaires des jeunes diplômés augmentent, mais moins que le coût des formations
Certes, comme le souligne Eric Cornuel, directeur général de l’accréditeur des business schools européennes, l’EFMD, « les droits des écoles européennes restent inférieurs à ceux demandés par les grandes universités américaines et leur rendement est bien meilleur pour les étudiants ». Quant aux salaires à la sortie du master, ils ont nettement augmenté : pour les diplômés d’HEC, le salaire pondéré est passé de 60 745 dollars par an en 2005 à 99 145 dollars en 2017, soit un bond de 63 %. Et pour ceux de l’ESCP, de 54 854 à 78 215 dollars, soit une hausse de 42 %.
Cela montre que les salaires à la sortie ont beaucoup moins progressé que les droits de scolarité, se traduisant même par un fort recul du rapport qualité-prix de ces écoles, comme mesuré par le bien cruel « value for money » du Financial Times : HEC est passée de la 14e à la 34e place, tandis que l’ESCP a reculé de la 18e à la 55e place. Des salaires qui, de surcroît, progressent moins vite que ceux obtenus par les anciens élèves des écoles concurrentes, comme l’a révélé le dernier classement du FT sur les masters en management.
La qualité de l’enseignement, qu’un contexte très concurrentiel pousse toujours plus vers le haut, se répercute sur les frais de scolarité. Mais pas toujours sur les salaires de leurs diplômés…
Par Valérie SegondPublié le 04 novembre 2017 à 18h11, modifié le 04 novembre 2017 à 18h11
« La qualité de l’enseignement, qu’un contexte très concurrentiel pousse toujours plus vers le haut, se répercute sur les frais de scolarité. Mais pas toujours sur les salaires de leurs diplômés… » *
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Toujours plus d’offres de formations. Plus de chercheurs de haut vol coûtant de plus en plus cher dans un mercato des professeurs devenu mondial. Et des budgets de communication de plus en plus importants pour attirer de plus en plus d’étudiants étrangers et lever des fonds auprès d’anciens élèves ayant réussi leur carrière…
Par le durcissement de la compétition entre écoles, les classements poussent à la convergence de leurs modèles économiques « vers le haut », se rapprochant du modèle des grandes universités américaines, c’est-à-dire vers toujours plus de dépenses. Cette logique de course à la taille, dans un spectaculaire mimétisme stratégique, conduit à l’explosion du coût de la formation : de 2005 à 2017, les frais de scolarité du master de management d’HEC sont passés de 14 860 à 36 000 euros pour 18 mois. A l’ESCP, de 14 800 euros pour 24 mois à 35 800 euros pour 18 mois.
Les salaires des jeunes diplômés augmentent, mais moins que le coût des formations
Certes, comme le souligne Eric Cornuel, directeur général de l’accréditeur des business schools européennes, l’EFMD, « les droits des écoles européennes restent inférieurs à ceux demandés par les grandes universités américaines et leur rendement est bien meilleur pour les étudiants ». Quant aux salaires à la sortie du master, ils ont nettement augmenté : pour les diplômés d’HEC, le salaire pondéré est passé de 60 745 dollars par an en 2005 à 99 145 dollars en 2017, soit un bond de 63 %. Et pour ceux de l’ESCP, de 54 854 à 78 215 dollars, soit une hausse de 42 %.
Cela montre que les salaires à la sortie ont beaucoup moins progressé que les droits de scolarité, se traduisant même par un fort recul du rapport qualité-prix de ces écoles, comme mesuré par le bien cruel « value for money » du Financial Times : HEC est passée de la 14e à la 34e place, tandis que l’ESCP a reculé de la 18e à la 55e place. Des salaires qui, de surcroît, progressent moins vite que ceux obtenus par les anciens élèves des écoles concurrentes, comme l’a révélé le dernier classement du FT sur les masters en management.
Cette année, pour la première fois, ce dernier a intégré l’augmentation du salaire sur les trois premières années de carrière. Ce nouveau critère a suscité l’émoi dans les directions des écoles françaises qui, se voyant brutalement rétrogradées de plusieurs places (sur ce seul critère, HEC est 67e, l’ESCP 50e), y ont vu l’empreinte des manœuvres anti-européennes marquées du syndrome du Brexit…
Rendements décroissants
Si les salaires suivaient, on pourrait dire que cette course vers l’excellence résulte bien des seuls besoins d’un marché de l’emploi aux exigences de plus en plus élevées et qu’elle est à la hauteur des investissements réalisés par les élèves. Une évolution qui ne serait que vertueuse puisqu’elle traduirait une montée en gamme du marché comme des élites. C’est en partie le cas.
Mais les salaires ne suivent pas tout à fait. Cela signifie donc que ce modèle, qui repose sur des investissements de plus en plus élevés − HEC engage 14 millions par an pour rester numéro un de ces classements − est entré dans la phase des rendements décroissants. « Tant qu’elles sont en tête de liste, les cinq à dix premières peuvent encore augmenter leurs frais de scolarité, estime Loïck Roche, président du Chapitre. Mais, sur les grandes écoles de management françaises, une dizaine ne font plus le plein car elles sont déjà trop chères pour leur classement. » Si les écoles ont monté en qualité, leur course à la taille serait-elle une fuite en avant ?
Utilisant comme référence le système Prussien d’Éducation du citoyen individualisé, l’Education doit donc former le citoyen discipliné, intégré dans la conformité de la logique de la production et de la consommation des choix qui est déjà délimitée par et dans le cadre constitutionnel régulant les relations citoyennes et les lois de l’offre et la demande conditionnant le marché tant local qu’international. Ce Citoyen Modal – Modèle et éduqué ne se rapproche d’aucune appartenance idéologique contraire au cadre institutionnel qui lui fournit les raisons éducationnelles de son émancipation individuelle et sociale dans le cadre du régime, de l’ordre et des loi établis.
Dans cette perspective, le secteur privé de l’éducation dans le reste des pays occidentaux adoptant le libéralisme outrancier cherche a tout prix de privatiser l’enseignement universitaire a l’image des Etats Unis. Ce genre de pays abrite donc une éducation et des institutions qui traversent une de leurs plus graves crise de crédibilité et de légitimité ainsi que de rentabilité. Vu que la multiplication des cours offerts y compris virtuel et la force première de leurs stratégies demeurant l’accroissement de leurs revenus et leurs profits, la qualité des cours s’amenuise et la livraison des diplômes avait connu une inflation et un accroissement des prix d’enregistrement de scolarisation au niveau des Lycées et des universités.
La Boule de Neige de la dette et le Bout de l’Iceberg des Prêts des Étudiants envers l’Éducation Privée et cela en grande partie juste les Frais d’inscriptions dans les Universités aux Etats-Unis d’Amérique.
L’autre effet était la multiplication et l’accroissement continuel de l’endettement des étudiants poursuivant des chimères en dépensant des sommes faramineuses empruntées pour seulement une illusion du savoir et une promesse d’emploi dans les nuages.
Le Poids écrasant l’Étudiant par la Dette Estudiantine Académique
Ce double handicap et ce défi rendaient la monétarisation des diplômes au niveau du marché du travail et de l’acquisition d’emploi une tache très ardue qui dévalorisa les diplômes distribués comme des patates chaudes.
Les « Pauvres Étudiants » enterrés sous le poids du Dollar de la Dette Individuelle pour les prêts Universitaire et de la Dette des Cartes de Crédit et et de la Dette Fédérale des Etats Unis d’Amérique
Reste aussi le côté coût et prix qui s’enflamme et dont l’inflation les rend encore plus Select au niveau de ceux qui peuvent les accéder et peuvent se les permettre au même titre qu’un acte d’achat de ces produits de luxe que la grande consommation n’est point leur but mais plutôt la réputation d’élite qui les rend enviable auprès des masses.
C’est le même reflet de démonstration pour ce qui est ces « Grandes Universités de Renom » qui ne font que fabriquer d’après des Élites et des Tête Pensantes Extraordinaires alors que vraiment si ces Universités [Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Tufts, Hopkins, Columbia, MIT, Stanford] étaient tellement et authentiquement ce qu’elle réclament comme Top Quality education, je me poses les questions suivantes:
– Pourquoi, l’économie des Etats Unis d’Amérique qui malgré la présence de tous ces génies dans la nature universitaire n’arrive pas a sortir de la crise?
– Pourquoi, l’économie des Etats Unis d’Amérique, n’arrive pas ni freiner le vidange des villes de leurs secteurs manufacturier et l’enracinement de l’épidémie a deux contagions du chômage et la violence, ni les guerres extérieures et les crises sociales et culturelles a l’intérieur des foyers américains ainsi que les déséquilibres régionaux et budgétaires et financiers de tous les comptes des balances des Etats et de l’Etat Fédéral?
Par contre aux Etats Unis d’Amérique et selon le quotidien Américain USA Today dont le titre approprié est : “College graduates struggle to repay student loans” indiquent que les étudiants américains s’endettent en moyenne à hauteur de 27 000 $ à 114 000 $ suivant les universités et les études.
Le Poids écrasant l’Etudiant par la Dette Estudiantine Académique
« Il faut compter pour une université publique, 6 585 Dollars en moyenne par année en tant que résident américain, et 25 143 Dollars pour une université privé.
(Je donne la précision des tarifs pour des étudiants américains, car un pour un étudiant étranger, il faut encore multiplier par 3 voire 4 selon l’université).
Sachant, qu’il faut compter en moyenne 4 années d’études supérieures pour obtenir un Bachelor’s Degree (Équivalent d’une maîtrise), ces chiffres doivent donc être encore multipliés par 4.
Donc, il faut compter avec environ 26 000 Dollars dans le public et plus de 100 000 Dollars dans le privé, rien qu’en frais de scolarité.
La Boule de Neige de la dette et le Bout de l’Iceberg des Prêts des Etudiants envers l’Education Privée et cela en grande partie juste les Frais s’inscriptions dans les Universités aux Etats-Unis d’Amérique.
Pour ceux qui lorgnent sur un Master’s Degree (Équivalent d’un DESS), il faut alors encore compter une année supplémentaire à un tarif encore supérieur à celui pour un Bachelor’s Degree. » Fin de citation, source le lien ci-dessous.
Avec un tel gain, il est tout a fait clair que le lobby de ces institutions poussent partout a la privatisation de l’enseignement dans lequel ils identifient les nouvelles formes de spéculation et de hauts gains sans aucune perte puisque le gouvernement en reste le garant des prêts accordés aux Etudiants.
Par contre et a titre « [d’] information, à titre de comparaison, je précise que le système éducatif en Finlande, dont le niveau est un des plus élevé en Europe, voire au monde, offre une scolarité à un coût de…0 Euros. Mieux, il y a mise en place gratuite de cantines, de bus de ramassage, de livres et de cours particulier, le tout avec un échec scolaire proche de …0. » Source citée a la fin du texte.
Le Maroc dans le Tourbillon Français du Libéralisme et de la Privatisation de la Dépression Éducative: Le Modèle Prussien-Américain
Au Maroc, le système éducatif d’Élite privée poursuivit demeure Américanisé et Européanisé alors que la structure d’embauche et d’opération des entreprises demeure de prédominance française, créant ainsi un déphasage entre la formation et l’insertion professionnelle.
On assiste des lors a la confection de diplômés par des universités privées anglophones qui ne trouvent des emplois que dans des Call Centers vu leur pratique de l’Anglais et non en concordance avec le reste du programme de leurs études.
Kingdom of Morocco and the United States: Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787
7 – 23 – 2004 – 7 – 23 – 2024 Celebration of 20 Years of Work on USA – Morocco Business, Investment, Trade Relationship by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
7 – 23 – 2004 – 7 – 23 – 2024
2004 His Excellency, Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, and his Moroccan Assistant Mr. Omar Bouafi at the Casablanca Café organized by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and … Continue reading
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco
TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.-Morocco-Africa Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Senior Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Executive Editor ★ Email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com Morocco Maroc المغرب Marruecos Марокко 摩洛哥 Publications Said El Mansour Cherkaoui My Father Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Works on Kingdom of Morocco Investment and Trade
December 1, 2023 – Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors Morocco ★ USA ★ Morocco ★ California With EBCITD – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca – Morocco American Café at Casablanca – Morocco attended by Said Cherkaoui representing the EBCITD and 25 US Food companies. This trade […] Read More »
November 15, 2023 – Morocco – USA Trade & Investment Summary The United States and Morocco have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Morocco – USA: Trade and Investment Said El Mansour Cherkaoui October 27, 2023 Morocco – USA Past and Current Relations Said El Mansour Cherkaoui August 5, 2022 In 2022, U.S. goods exports to Morocco were $3.7 billion, up 33.3 […] Read More »
Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787 Between Morocco and The United States
Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors
Stamp on Moroccan-American Treaty of Peace and Friendship
To all persons to whom these presents shall come or be made known- WHEREAS the United States of America in Congress assembled by their Commission bearing date the twelfth day of May One Thousand, Seven-Hundred and Eighty-Four thought proper to constitute John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson their Ministers Plenipotentiary, giving to them or a Majority of them full powers to confer, treat & negotiate with the Ambassador, Minister or Commissioner of His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco concerning a Treaty of Amity and Commerce, to make & receive propositions for such Treaty and to conclude and sign the same, transmitting to the United States in Congress assembled for their final Ratification.
And by one other commission bearing date the Eleventh day of March One-Thousand Seven-hundred & Eighty-five did further empower the said Ministers Plenipotentiary or a majority of them, by writing under the hands and Seals to appoint such agent in the said business as they might think proper with authority under the directions and instruction of the said Ministers to commence & prosecute the said Negotiations & Conferences for the said Treaty provided that the said Treaty should be signed by Ministers: And Whereas, We the said John Adams & Thomas Jefferson two of the said Ministers Plenipotentiary (the said Benjamin Franklin being absent) by writing under the Hand and Seal of the said John Adams at London, October fifth, One-thousand Seven-hundred and Eighty-five, & of the said Thomas Jefferson at Paris October the Eleventh of the same year, did appoint Thomas Barclay, Agent in the business aforesaid, giving him the Powers therein, which by the said second commission we were authorized go give, and the said Thomas Barclay in pursuance thereof, bath arranged Articles for a Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the United States of America and His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco & sealed with His Royal Seal, being translated into the language of said United States of America, together with the Attestations thereto annexed are in the following words, To Wit:
In the name of Almighty God.
This is a Treaty of Peace and Friendship established between us and the United States of America, which is confirmed, and which we have ordered to be written in the Book and sealed with our Royal Seal at our Court of Morocco in the Twenty-Fifth day of the blessed month of Shaban, in the year One-Thousand Two-hundred, trusting in God it will remain permanent.
ARTICLE 1
We declare that both Parties have agreed that this Treaty consisting of twenty five Articles shall be inserted in this Book and delivered to the Honorable Thomas Barclay, the Agent of the United States now at our Court, with whose Approbation it has been made and who is duly authorized on their part, to treat with us concerning all the matters contained therein.
ARTICLE 2
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever, the other party shall not take a commission from the enemy nor fight under their colors.
ARTICLE 3
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever and take a prize belonging to that nation, and there shall be found on board subjects or effects belonging to either of the parties, the subjects shall be set at liberty and the effect returned to the owners. And if any goods belonging to any nation, with whom either the parties shall be at war, shall be loaded on vessels belonging to the other party, they shall pass free and unmolested without any attempt being made to take or detain them.
ARTICLE 4
A signal or pass shall be given to all vessels belonging to both parties, by which they are to be known when they meet at sea, and if the commander of a ship of war of either party shall have other ships under his convoy, the Declaration of the commander shall alone be sufficient to exempt any of them from examination.
ARTICLE 5
If either of the parties shall be at war, and shall meet a vessel at sea, belonging to the other, it is agreed that if an examination is to be made, it shall be done by sending a boat with two or three men only, and if any gun shall be bread and injury done without reason, the offending party shall make good all damages.
ARTICLE 6
If any Moor shall bring citizens of the United States or their effects to His Majesty, the citizens shall immediately be set at liberty and the effects restored, and in like manner, if any Moor not a subject of the dominions shall make prize of any of the citizens of America or their effects and bring them into any of the ports of His Majesty, they shall be immediately released, as they will be considered as under His Majesty’s Protection.
ARTICLE 7
If any vessel of either party shall put into a port of the other and have occasion for provisions or other supplies, they shall be furnished without any interruption or molestation.
ARTICLE 8
If any vessel of the United States shall meet with a disaster at sea and put into one of our ports to repairs, she shall be at liberty to land and reload her cargo, without paying any duty whatever.
ARTICLE 9
If any Vessel of the Untied States shall be cast on Shore on any Part of our Coasts, she shall remain at the disposition of the Owners and no one shall attempt going near her without their Approbation, as she is then considered particularly under our Protection; and if any Vessel of the United States shall be forced to put in to our Ports, by Stress of weather or otherwise, she shall not be compelled to land her Cargo, but shall remain in tranquility until the Commander shall think proper to proceed on his Voyage.
ARTICLE 10
If any Vessel of either of the Parties shall have an engagement with a Vessel belonging to any of the Christian Powers within gunshot of the Forts of the other, the Vessel so engaged shall be defended and protected as much as possible until she is in safety; and if any American Vessel shall be cast on shore on the Coast of Wadnoon or any Coast thereabout, the People to her shall be protected, and assisted until by the help of God, they shall be sent to their Country.
ARTICLE 11
If we shall be at War with any Christian Power and any of our Vessels sail from the Ports of the United States, no Vessel belonging to the enemy shall follow until twenty four hours after the Departure of our Vessels; and the same Regulation shall be observed towards the American Vessels sailing from our Ports be the enemies Moors or Christians.
ARTICLE 12
If any ship of war belonging to the United States shall put into any of our ports, she shall not be examined on any pretense whatever, even though she should have fugitive slaves on board, nor shall the governor or commander of the place compel them to be brought on shore on any pretext, nor require any payment for them.
ARTICLE 13
If a ship of war of either party shall put into a port of the other and salute, it shall be returned from the fort with an equal number of guns, not with more or less.
ARTICLE 14
The commerce with the United States shall be on the same footing as is the commerce with Spain, or as that with the most favored nation for the time being; and their citizens shall be respected and esteemed, and have full liberty to pass and repass our country and seaports whenever they please, without interruption.
ARTICLE 15
Merchants of both countries shall employ only such interpreters, and such other persons to assist them in their business, as they shall think proper. No commander of a vessel shall transport his cargo on board another vessel; he shall not be detained in port longer than he may think proper; and all persons employed in loading or unloading goods, or in any labor whatever, shall be paid at the customary rates, not more and not less.
ARTICLE 16
In case of a war between the parties, the prisoners are not to be made slaves, but to be exchanged one for another, captain for captain, officer for officer, and one private man for another; and if there shall prove a deficiency on either side, it shall be made up by the payment of one hundred Mexican dollars for each person wanting. And it is agreed that all prisoners shall be exchanged in twelve months from the time of their being taken, and that this exchange may be effected by a merchant or any other person authorized of by either of the parties.
ARTICLE 17
Merchants shall not be compelled to buy or sell any kind of goods but such as they shall think proper; and may buy and sell all sorts of merchandize but such as are prohibited to the other Christian nations.
ARTICLE 18
All goods shall be weighed and examined before they are sent on board , and to avoid all detention of vessels, no examination shall afterwards be made, unless it shall first be proved that contraband goods have been sent on board, in which case, the persons who took the contraband goods on board, shall be punished according to the usage and custom of the country, and no other person whatever shall be injured, nor shall the ship or cargo incur any penalty or damage whatever.
ARTICLE 19
No vessel shall be detained import on any pretense whatever, nor be obliged to take on board on any articles without the consent of the commander, who shall be at full liberty to agree for the freight of any goods he takes on board.
ARTICLE 20
If any of the citizens of the Untied States, or any persons under their protection, shall have any disputes with each other, the consul shall decide between the parties, and whenever the consul shall require any aid or assistance from our government, to enforce his decisions, it shall be immediately granted to him.
ARTICLE 21
If any citizen of the Untied States should kill or wound a Moor, or, on the contrary, if a Moor shall kill or wound a citizen of the United States, the law of the country shall take place, and equal justice shall be rendered, the consul assisting at the trial; and if any delinquent shall make his escape, the consul shall not be answerable for him in any manner whatever.
ARTICLE 22
If an American citizen shall die in our country, and no will shall appear, the consul shall take possession of hi affects; and if there shall be no consul, the effects shall be deposited in the hands of some person worthy of trust, until the party shall appear, who has right to demand them; but if the heir to the person deceased be present, the property shall be delivered to him without interruptions; and if a will shall appear, the property shall descend agreeable to that will as soon as the consul shall declare the validity thereof.
ARTICLE 23
The consuls of the United States of America, shall reside in any port of our dominions that they shall think proper; and they shall be respected, and enjoy all the privileges which the consuls of any other nation enjoy; and if any of the citizens of the United States shall contract any debts or engagements, the consul shall not be in any manner accountable for them, unless he shall have given a promise in writing for the payment or fulfilling thereof, without which promise in writing, no application to him for any redress shall be made.
ARTICLE 24
If any differences shall arise by either party infringing on any of the articles of this treaty, peace and harmony shall remain notwwithstanding, in the fullest force, until a friendly application shall be made for an arrangement, and until that application shall be rejected, no appeal shall be made to arms. And if a war shall break out between the parties nine months shall be granted to all the subjects of both parties, to dispose of their effects and retire with their property. And it is further declared, that whatever indulgences, in trade or otherwise, shall be granted to any of the Christian Powers, the citizens of the United States shall be equally entitled to them.
ARTICLE 25
This treaty shall continue in full force, with the help of God, for fifty years. We delivered this book into the hands of the before mentioned Thomas Barclay, on the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the year one thousand two hundred. I certify that the annexed is a true copy of the translation made by Isaac Cardoza Nunez, interpreter at Morocco, of the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America.
ADDITIONAL ARTICLE
Grace to the only God.
I, the under-written, the servant of God, Taher Ben Abdelkack Fennish, do certify, that His Imperial Majesty, my master, (whom God preserve), having concluded a treaty of peace and commerce with the United States of America, has ordered me, the better to complete, it, and in addition of the tenth article of the treaty, to declare, “That if any vessel belonging to the United States, shall be in any of the ports of his Majesty’s dominions, or within gun-shot of his forts, she shall be protected as much as possible; and no vessel whatever, belonging either to Moorish or Christian Powers, with whom the United States may be at war, shall be permitted to follow or engage her, as we now deem the citizens of America our good friends.”
And, in obedience to this Majesty’s commands, I certify this declaration, by putting my hand and seal to it, on the eighteenth day of Ramadan, (a) in the year one thousand two hundred. The servant of the King, my master, whom God preserve.
TAHER BEN ABDELKACK FENNISH.
I do certify that the above is a true copy of the translation made at Morocco, by Isaac Cordoza Nunez, interpreter, of a declaration made and signed by Sidi Hage Taher Fennish, in addition to the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America, which declaration the said Taher Fennish made by the express directions of his Majesty.
THOMAS BARCLAY.
TREATY WITH MOROCCO. 1787
Now, KNOW YE, That we, the said John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, Ministers Plenipotentiary aforesaid, do approve and conclude the said treaty, and every article and clause therein contained, reserving the same nevertheless to the Untied States in Congress assembled, for their final ratification. In testimony whereof, we have signed the same with our names and seals, at the places of our respective residence, and at the dates expressed under our signatures respectively.
JOHN ADAMS, (L.S.) London, January 25th, 1787.
THOMAS JEFFERSON, (L.S.) Paris, January 1st, 1787.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the U.S. Department of Commerce … Continue reading Continue reading
2004
2004 His Excellency, Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, and his Moroccan Assistant Mr. Omar Bouafi at the Casablanca Café organized by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and … Continue reading
Business, Investment, Trade, Culture, and Education
Building on the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787
Dr. Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. has dedicated the past 20 years to strengthening the relationship between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has dedicated the past 20 years to strengthening the relationship between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States. His work spans various sectors, including business, investment, trade, culture, and education.
Key Contributions:
Center for International Trade Development (CITD) in Morocco: Represented 25 food products and companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco.
Official Visits: Played a pivotal role in organizing the official ministerial visit to Palo Alto on May 10, 2024, enhancing bilateral cooperation.
Cultural Exchange: Organized numerous cultural events and educational exchanges to promote mutual understanding and appreciation of Moroccan and American cultures.
Academic Collaborations: Established partnerships between Moroccan and American universities, fostering academic exchange and research collaboration.
Publications and Advocacy: Authored several articles and reports highlighting the benefits of a strong USA-Morocco relationship and advocating for supportive policies.
Leadership at San Francisco Chamber of Commerce: Served as Co-Chair of the International Business Committee from 1994 to 1998, contributing to the arrival of the first Chinese delegation, the first Egyptian delegation, the Cameroon Board of Tea and Coffee, and the Ghana delegation, among other activities.
Teaching Experience:
Teaching Officers of U.S. Air Force at Fairfield Base, California: Dr. Tony Branch gave me the privilege and the duty to teach courses at the Travis Air Force Base. This “Reconnaissance Letter” was written by Captain Larson, one of my “Students-Gentleman Officers.” Besides calling my name in the air from the carling of their “Funny Flying Machines,” they also showed me the planes that landed in Morocco during WWII and later on. This episode of forming Senior U.S. Air Force Pilots is one of the best of my Academic Medals of Honors.
Letters of Recommendation:
Captain Scott Larson: Wrote a letter of recommendation highlighting the courses and training programs I conducted at Travis Air Force Base.
First Lieutenant Steve Martinez: Also provided a letter of recommendation for my work at Travis Air Force Base.
Academic and Business References:
Dr. Wesley Young, Director of Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis: Praised my solid academic background and wealth of business experience, making me one of the most effective faculty members at the Dominican University of San Rafael.
Ersan Ertuzun, Corporate Communications Supervisor at WTC Istanbul: Recognized my exceptional contributions to international business development, including trade missions and small business development.
Quote: “I am honored to have dedicated the past 20 years to enhancing the relationship between Morocco and the United States. Our shared history and mutual interests provide a strong foundation for continued collaboration and growth,” said Dr. Cherkaoui.
Future Goals: Dr. Cherkaoui aims to further deepen the Morocco-USA relationship through new initiatives and partnerships, focusing on sustainable development, innovation, and cultural exchange.
About Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.: He is a renowned expert in international trade and development, with a focus on fostering strong bilateral relationships between #Morocco and #USA. His work spans multiple sectors, including business, investment, trade, culture, and education.
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco
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The First Muslim Moroccan Investor in Starting Transportation Operations Toutes Directions in the History of Morocco
First Moroccan Muslim Contractor of Public Transport in Early 1920 – Twenties of 20th Century: Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the First Muslim Transporter in Morocco By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Son of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Father of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui PARENTAL HERITAGE OF MOROCCAN NATIONALISM This is Haj Ahmed Cherkaoui All … Continue reading
🌎 Analyst World Affairs ★ Author ★ Elaboration of Predictive Studies ★ Keynote Speaker ★ Entrepreneurial Planning ★ Business Development ★ United States ★ Europe ★ France ★ Morocco ★ China ★ Sub-Saharan Africa 🌍 Project Development Specialist ★ Entrepreneurship ★ International Trade and Business ★ Faculty ★ 🌍 France and USA: Research and Academia, Letters … Continue reading
Case-Study of Investment Opportunity: Kingdom of Morocco
Like for any organizational service or foreign investment sought, TRI CK USA offers its client to conduct thorough research and consider factors like regulations, cultural nuances, and risk management which will provide updated lateral views and a horizontal panorama of the Investment Climate and Business Practices in Morocco
Sypnosis on the Kingdom of Morocco’s New Development Strategy for Investment
Morocco is setting a frame and components that can be multiple and diverse in their local content, and regional determinations like in their external and global objectives. This strategy is oriented by the selection of leading mining resources, industrial sectors, and technological and energy-based productions that are becoming the focus and reasons for international heated competition. These advanced areas of design and development are the topics and the objectives that differentiate the level of technological and self-sustainability masteries and sector productive leadership between nations in their drive to set new rules for governance as an alternative to the failed globalization which did not respond to local, regional, national, and “inter-nations” geostrategic interests” but impose more competitive and war-driven interventions as regulation of the flow of natural and primary resources needed to fuel such global expansion made without cushion and safety social nets and ideological and political remedies.
Morocco’s drive is a response to these interferences and moves to rejection and adhesion of nations in new identification of competitive forms. Morocco is positioning its economy and external alliances as a regional liaison, a conduit of dialogue, an ally interlocutor, and a business negotiator within balanced the weakness into forces between spheres of influence and clusters of changes.
Morocco has ratified 72 investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 62 economic agreements, including with the United States and most EU nations, that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, eliminating tariffs on more than 95 percent of qualifying consumer and industrial goods.
The Government of Morocco plans to phase out tariffs for some products through 2030. The FTA supports Morocco’s goals to develop as a regional financial and trade hub, providing opportunities for the localization of services and the finishing and re-export of goods to markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Since the U.S.-Morocco FTA came into effect bilateral trade in goods has grown nearly five-fold.
The U.S. and Moroccan governments work closely to increase trade and investment through high-level consultations, bilateral dialogue, and other forums to inform U.S. businesses of investment opportunities and strengthen business-to-business ties.
What are the Government measures to motivate or restrict investment in Morocco?
The new investment charter which was introduced in July 2016 as part of Law 60-16, and replacing a previous charter implemented in 1995, creates free-trade zones in each of the 12 regions of the country, recognizes indirect exporter status, and creates incentives for export-oriented and industrial companies. It also restructures investment promotion activities under the centralized Moroccan Agency for Investment Development and Export. A General Directorate for Trade, a General Directorate for Industry and an agency dedicated to developing the digital economy and e-government were also created under the new charter.
FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Figures
After a decline during the global recession, FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to Morocco increased in 2014 and 2015, exceeding USD 3 billion. In 2016, however, flows fell by 29% to USD 2.32 billion. The country’s stability should attract more investors. In addition, a vast project of economic modernisation has been launched to boost FDI. Casablanca in particular aims to become an international financial center. Traditionally, France, Saudi Arabia and Spain have been the three main investors. FDI is mainly concentrated in the real estate sector, followed by industry and tourism.
Source:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Foreign Direct Investment inflows by country and sector in Morocco
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP) – Morocco
International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics and Balance of Payments databases, World Bank, International Debt Statistics, and World Bank and OECD GDP estimates. License : CC BY-4.0
Here are some countries and sectors that have invested in Morocco through foreign direct investment (FDI): In 2022, the top investing countries by stock were France (30.8%), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (20.3%), Spain (8%), Switzerland (5.7%), and the United States (5%). In the first quarter of 2022, the leading investors were the United States, France, and the UAE.
Sectors that receive the most FDI are:
Industry: Almost one-fourth of FDI
Real estate: 20% of FDI
Communication: 12.4% of FDI
Tourism: 9.5% of FDI
Energy and mining: 6.4% of FDI
Banking: 5.7% of FDI
The aim is to be considered as an alternative and reliable intermediary and as a hub of transfer and transformation of existing created and advanced researched values. The multiple participation of Morocco in international events, the signature of trade treaties and investment agreements, direct involvement in security, and strategic alliances are the institutional expressions for business integration, diplomatic acceptance, and cultural harmonization driven by the search for mutual benefits and complementary exchanges with a transfer of technological intelligence and operational know-how that Morocco is striving to materialize. A new model of development based on the production of clean energy remains the determining factor in conglomerating these similar but not identical factors of development.
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Legend of the Article Cover Image: 2004 a Casablanca with His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, and at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and …Continue reading
With EBCITD – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca – Morocco
American Café organized in Casablanca Morocco by the USDA, US State Department, and the US Embassy in Morocco
American Café at Casablanca – Morocco attended by Said Cherkaoui representing the EBCITD and 25 US Food companies. This trade show was a facilitator for the upcoming negotiations and the signature of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement.I met with Exporters, Importers, Heads of the Largest companies and Decision-Makers at local and regional and National levels.
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco.
My EBCITD Stand in Casablanca, Morocco I represented 25 US and Californian Food Companies at the American Cafe organized in Casablanca (Morocco) by the US Embassy, the USDA, and the State Department to facilitate the signing of the US-Morocco Free Trade Agreement.
Official Letter by Executive Director James Garrett mandating Said Cherkaoui to organize a California trade mission to Morocco and conduct negotiations with local exporters, importers, executives, and officials.
Ms. Agricultural and Commercial Attache at the Embassy in Morocco His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Assistant to the Ambassador, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Mr. Omar Bouafi at the Casablanca Cafe organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce … Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Leading United States Trade and Business Mission in Morocco
Glocentra, EBCITD with the U.S. Department of States, U.S. Department of Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Embassy in Morocco … Continue reading
TRI CK USA – By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Sciences Po, GrenobleUniversité Grenoble Alpes – IREPInstitut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, ParisUniversité de la Sorbonne, Paris III The Moroccan-American Friendship up-to-this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 Treaty of Peace and Friendship, with additional article; also Ship-Signals Agreement. … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, January 2, 2018 The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty-free, and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide … Continue Reading →
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December 16, 2020 – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui The U.S.-Moroccan Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in 2006, made Morocco the first African country to sign such an agreement with the United States. Such action has renewed the privilege that Morocco had to be the first … Continue reading
– Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D. The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United … Continue reading
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The Moroccan-American friendship on this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 … Continue reading
December 29, 2020 – Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and His Global Interactions and Endeavors Morocco has ratified 71 bilateral investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 60 economic agreements – including with the United States and most EU nations– that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with … Continue reading
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, 12/25/2020 – Northern California Office The US DFC has made several announcements signifying its efforts to expand into Morocco – including the opening of a new Prosper Africa regional office … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the Minister of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies « Thrilled to have convened an inspiring gathering in Silicon Valley, bringing together Moroccan professionals from diverse sectors. Proud of such a dynamic community and excited for future collaborations!» Declaration by His … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International Legend of the Article Cover Image: His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … Continue reading
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TRI CK USA – Good Day U.S. and Moroccan Fellows U.S. and Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley and Bay Area of San Francisco It is with immense personal pride and a professional sense of dignity to be able in a lifetime to receive representatives of the Country of my birth and growth and growth and my own ancestral family: the … Continue reading
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Dear Members of the @Moroccan Diaspora Worldwide Network
We have corrected the link to our publications.
Below you’ll be able to access the correct pages and documents stating directly and related to the visit of our Moroccan Official Delegation to the Silicon Valley, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the related meeting presenting the Moroccan Drive and Attractivity of Talents, Entrepreneurs, and High-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission Inviting Silicon Valley – Bay Area U.S. and Moroccan Professionals
MAY 10, 2024 – 06:00 PM – Event of the Cocktail Reception at FOUR-SEASON HOTEL IN SILICON VALLEY EAST OF PALO ALTO 2050 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, EAST PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA 94303 U.S.A. – Phone: 1 (650) 566 -1200
Please CLICKING on the next link to access and fill out the form that will confirm your attendance at the event: https://forms.office.com/r/G2ZjmJW2TN Please spread the news about this highly sought-after Moroccan Business Meeting in Silicon Valley, California.
Dear Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley,
Looking forward to welcoming you! Venue will be shared shortly.
The Red and Green Moroccans – Moors Are Coming to America:
Get Ready to Meet the Official Moroccan Delegation seeking to reinforce trends and diversify exchanges of investment, business, and trade relationships between the U.S. and Morocco by showcasing and increasing awareness about Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub.
This Morocco Delegation is formed by Government Decision-Makers and Business Leaders who will meet with all interested private and group investors, business owners, and individual entrepreneurs interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
This Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024, visiting the following U.S. States and Cities on these dates: All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.
An important business delegation, including high government officials and private sector representatives, will be in the USA during the period May 6th to 14:
– Dallas: May 6th and 7th – Austin: May 8th – San Francisco: May 9 to 11 A cocktail will be hosted on May 10th (evening). All Moroccan professionals are welcome. Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma – Seattle: 13th and 14th.
The delegation is aimed at showcasing Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub In addition to meeting with American companies interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
I will be grateful for your advice, information, and introductions to companies or private-sector institutions.
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Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787 Between Morocco and The United States
Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors
Stamp on Moroccan-American Treaty of Peace and Friendship
To all persons to whom these presents shall come or be made known- WHEREAS the United States of America in Congress assembled by their Commission bearing date the twelfth day of May One Thousand, Seven-Hundred and Eighty-Four thought proper to constitute John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson their Ministers Plenipotentiary, giving to them or a Majority of them full powers to confer, treat & negotiate with the Ambassador, Minister or Commissioner of His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco concerning a Treaty of Amity and Commerce, to make & receive propositions for such Treaty and to conclude and sign the same, transmitting to the United States in Congress assembled for their final Ratification.
And by one other commission bearing date the Eleventh day of March One-Thousand Seven-hundred & Eighty-five did further empower the said Ministers Plenipotentiary or a majority of them, by writing under the hands and Seals to appoint such agent in the said business as they might think proper with authority under the directions and instruction of the said Ministers to commence & prosecute the said Negotiations & Conferences for the said Treaty provided that the said Treaty should be signed by Ministers: And Whereas, We the said John Adams & Thomas Jefferson two of the said Ministers Plenipotentiary (the said Benjamin Franklin being absent) by writing under the Hand and Seal of the said John Adams at London, October fifth, One-thousand Seven-hundred and Eighty-five, & of the said Thomas Jefferson at Paris October the Eleventh of the same year, did appoint Thomas Barclay, Agent in the business aforesaid, giving him the Powers therein, which by the said second commission we were authorized go give, and the said Thomas Barclay in pursuance thereof, bath arranged Articles for a Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the United States of America and His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco & sealed with His Royal Seal, being translated into the language of said United States of America, together with the Attestations thereto annexed are in the following words, To Wit:
In the name of Almighty God.
This is a Treaty of Peace and Friendship established between us and the United States of America, which is confirmed, and which we have ordered to be written in the Book and sealed with our Royal Seal at our Court of Morocco in the Twenty-Fifth day of the blessed month of Shaban, in the year One-Thousand Two-hundred, trusting in God it will remain permanent.
ARTICLE 1
We declare that both Parties have agreed that this Treaty consisting of twenty five Articles shall be inserted in this Book and delivered to the Honorable Thomas Barclay, the Agent of the United States now at our Court, with whose Approbation it has been made and who is duly authorized on their part, to treat with us concerning all the matters contained therein.
ARTICLE 2
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever, the other party shall not take a commission from the enemy nor fight under their colors.
ARTICLE 3
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever and take a prize belonging to that nation, and there shall be found on board subjects or effects belonging to either of the parties, the subjects shall be set at liberty and the effect returned to the owners. And if any goods belonging to any nation, with whom either the parties shall be at war, shall be loaded on vessels belonging to the other party, they shall pass free and unmolested without any attempt being made to take or detain them.
ARTICLE 4
A signal or pass shall be given to all vessels belonging to both parties, by which they are to be known when they meet at sea, and if the commander of a ship of war of either party shall have other ships under his convoy, the Declaration of the commander shall alone be sufficient to exempt any of them from examination.
ARTICLE 5
If either of the parties shall be at war, and shall meet a vessel at sea, belonging to the other, it is agreed that if an examination is to be made, it shall be done by sending a boat with two or three men only, and if any gun shall be bread and injury done without reason, the offending party shall make good all damages.
ARTICLE 6
If any Moor shall bring citizens of the United States or their effects to His Majesty, the citizens shall immediately be set at liberty and the effects restored, and in like manner, if any Moor not a subject of the dominions shall make prize of any of the citizens of America or their effects and bring them into any of the ports of His Majesty, they shall be immediately released, as they will be considered as under His Majesty’s Protection.
ARTICLE 7
If any vessel of either party shall put into a port of the other and have occasion for provisions or other supplies, they shall be furnished without any interruption or molestation.
ARTICLE 8
If any vessel of the United States shall meet with a disaster at sea and put into one of our ports to repairs, she shall be at liberty to land and reload her cargo, without paying any duty whatever.
ARTICLE 9
If any Vessel of the Untied States shall be cast on Shore on any Part of our Coasts, she shall remain at the disposition of the Owners and no one shall attempt going near her without their Approbation, as she is then considered particularly under our Protection; and if any Vessel of the United States shall be forced to put in to our Ports, by Stress of weather or otherwise, she shall not be compelled to land her Cargo, but shall remain in tranquility until the Commander shall think proper to proceed on his Voyage.
ARTICLE 10
If any Vessel of either of the Parties shall have an engagement with a Vessel belonging to any of the Christian Powers within gunshot of the Forts of the other, the Vessel so engaged shall be defended and protected as much as possible until she is in safety; and if any American Vessel shall be cast on shore on the Coast of Wadnoon or any Coast thereabout, the People to her shall be protected, and assisted until by the help of God, they shall be sent to their Country.
ARTICLE 11
If we shall be at War with any Christian Power and any of our Vessels sail from the Ports of the United States, no Vessel belonging to the enemy shall follow until twenty four hours after the Departure of our Vessels; and the same Regulation shall be observed towards the American Vessels sailing from our Ports be the enemies Moors or Christians.
ARTICLE 12
If any ship of war belonging to the United States shall put into any of our ports, she shall not be examined on any pretense whatever, even though she should have fugitive slaves on board, nor shall the governor or commander of the place compel them to be brought on shore on any pretext, nor require any payment for them.
ARTICLE 13
If a ship of war of either party shall put into a port of the other and salute, it shall be returned from the fort with an equal number of guns, not with more or less.
ARTICLE 14
The commerce with the United States shall be on the same footing as is the commerce with Spain, or as that with the most favored nation for the time being; and their citizens shall be respected and esteemed, and have full liberty to pass and repass our country and seaports whenever they please, without interruption.
ARTICLE 15
Merchants of both countries shall employ only such interpreters, and such other persons to assist them in their business, as they shall think proper. No commander of a vessel shall transport his cargo on board another vessel; he shall not be detained in port longer than he may think proper; and all persons employed in loading or unloading goods, or in any labor whatever, shall be paid at the customary rates, not more and not less.
ARTICLE 16
In case of a war between the parties, the prisoners are not to be made slaves, but to be exchanged one for another, captain for captain, officer for officer, and one private man for another; and if there shall prove a deficiency on either side, it shall be made up by the payment of one hundred Mexican dollars for each person wanting. And it is agreed that all prisoners shall be exchanged in twelve months from the time of their being taken, and that this exchange may be effected by a merchant or any other person authorized of by either of the parties.
ARTICLE 17
Merchants shall not be compelled to buy or sell any kind of goods but such as they shall think proper; and may buy and sell all sorts of merchandize but such as are prohibited to the other Christian nations.
ARTICLE 18
All goods shall be weighed and examined before they are sent on board , and to avoid all detention of vessels, no examination shall afterwards be made, unless it shall first be proved that contraband goods have been sent on board, in which case, the persons who took the contraband goods on board, shall be punished according to the usage and custom of the country, and no other person whatever shall be injured, nor shall the ship or cargo incur any penalty or damage whatever.
ARTICLE 19
No vessel shall be detained import on any pretense whatever, nor be obliged to take on board on any articles without the consent of the commander, who shall be at full liberty to agree for the freight of any goods he takes on board.
ARTICLE 20
If any of the citizens of the Untied States, or any persons under their protection, shall have any disputes with each other, the consul shall decide between the parties, and whenever the consul shall require any aid or assistance from our government, to enforce his decisions, it shall be immediately granted to him.
ARTICLE 21
If any citizen of the Untied States should kill or wound a Moor, or, on the contrary, if a Moor shall kill or wound a citizen of the United States, the law of the country shall take place, and equal justice shall be rendered, the consul assisting at the trial; and if any delinquent shall make his escape, the consul shall not be answerable for him in any manner whatever.
ARTICLE 22
If an American citizen shall die in our country, and no will shall appear, the consul shall take possession of hi affects; and if there shall be no consul, the effects shall be deposited in the hands of some person worthy of trust, until the party shall appear, who has right to demand them; but if the heir to the person deceased be present, the property shall be delivered to him without interruptions; and if a will shall appear, the property shall descend agreeable to that will as soon as the consul shall declare the validity thereof.
ARTICLE 23
The consuls of the United States of America, shall reside in any port of our dominions that they shall think proper; and they shall be respected, and enjoy all the privileges which the consuls of any other nation enjoy; and if any of the citizens of the United States shall contract any debts or engagements, the consul shall not be in any manner accountable for them, unless he shall have given a promise in writing for the payment or fulfilling thereof, without which promise in writing, no application to him for any redress shall be made.
ARTICLE 24
If any differences shall arise by either party infringing on any of the articles of this treaty, peace and harmony shall remain notwwithstanding, in the fullest force, until a friendly application shall be made for an arrangement, and until that application shall be rejected, no appeal shall be made to arms. And if a war shall break out between the parties nine months shall be granted to all the subjects of both parties, to dispose of their effects and retire with their property. And it is further declared, that whatever indulgences, in trade or otherwise, shall be granted to any of the Christian Powers, the citizens of the United States shall be equally entitled to them.
ARTICLE 25
This treaty shall continue in full force, with the help of God, for fifty years. We delivered this book into the hands of the before mentioned Thomas Barclay, on the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the year one thousand two hundred. I certify that the annexed is a true copy of the translation made by Isaac Cardoza Nunez, interpreter at Morocco, of the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America.
ADDITIONAL ARTICLE
Grace to the only God.
I, the under-written, the servant of God, Taher Ben Abdelkack Fennish, do certify, that His Imperial Majesty, my master, (whom God preserve), having concluded a treaty of peace and commerce with the United States of America, has ordered me, the better to complete, it, and in addition of the tenth article of the treaty, to declare, “That if any vessel belonging to the United States, shall be in any of the ports of his Majesty’s dominions, or within gun-shot of his forts, she shall be protected as much as possible; and no vessel whatever, belonging either to Moorish or Christian Powers, with whom the United States may be at war, shall be permitted to follow or engage her, as we now deem the citizens of America our good friends.”
And, in obedience to this Majesty’s commands, I certify this declaration, by putting my hand and seal to it, on the eighteenth day of Ramadan, (a) in the year one thousand two hundred. The servant of the King, my master, whom God preserve.
TAHER BEN ABDELKACK FENNISH.
I do certify that the above is a true copy of the translation made at Morocco, by Isaac Cordoza Nunez, interpreter, of a declaration made and signed by Sidi Hage Taher Fennish, in addition to the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America, which declaration the said Taher Fennish made by the express directions of his Majesty.
THOMAS BARCLAY.
TREATY WITH MOROCCO. 1787
Now, KNOW YE, That we, the said John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, Ministers Plenipotentiary aforesaid, do approve and conclude the said treaty, and every article and clause therein contained, reserving the same nevertheless to the Untied States in Congress assembled, for their final ratification. In testimony whereof, we have signed the same with our names and seals, at the places of our respective residence, and at the dates expressed under our signatures respectively.
JOHN ADAMS, (L.S.) London, January 25th, 1787.
THOMAS JEFFERSON, (L.S.) Paris, January 1st, 1787.
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