A high-level business forum held in Valencia has showcased Morocco’s growing appeal as an investment destination, highlighting the Kingdom’s structural reforms, modern infrastructure, and strategic position as a gateway to African markets.
Held under the theme “Exploring Morocco: Keys to Investing and Growing in Africa from Valencia,” the event was organized by the Morocco-Spain Economic Council, the Valencian Business Confederation, and the Valencia Chamber of Commerce, bringing together business leaders, institutional representatives, and investors from both countries.
Speaking at the forum, Morocco’s Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour, emphasized that relations between Morocco and Spain are experiencing a “historic moment,” driven by strong economic, industrial, and commercial cooperation. He underlined Morocco’s ongoing industrial transformation, supported by ambitious reforms launched under the leadership of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.
Mezzour highlighted the Kingdom’s attractiveness for foreign investors and encouraged Valencian companies to engage in co-innovation and strategic partnerships with Moroccan businesses, taking advantage of Morocco’s unique position linking Europe and Africa.
For her part, Marian Cano stressed that the complementarity between the Moroccan and Valencian economies offers a strategic foundation for building a leading industrial, technological, and logistics alliance across the Mediterranean.
Morocco’s Ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, described the meeting as a reflection of the strength of the strategic partnership between Rabat and Madrid. She highlighted Morocco’s ambitious structural reforms, world-class infrastructure, legal security, and macroeconomic stability, all of which contribute to a favorable investment environment.
She also underscored Morocco’s role as a preferred gateway to African markets, supported by the Kingdom’s active African policy and extensive economic partnerships across the continent.
Spanish business leaders echoed these positive assessments. Vicente Lafuente praised the excellent bilateral relations and noted that Morocco’s security, connectivity, and infrastructure make it a highly competitive destination for international businesses.
Meanwhile, José Vicente Morata revealed that nearly 2,800 Valencian companies currently export to Morocco, describing the Kingdom as a true logistics and industrial hub for accessing African markets.
The co-president of CEMAES, Adil Rais, highlighted the transformation of Morocco’s productive sectors, particularly in automotive manufacturing, renewable energy, and high-value-added industries.
The event also featured panel discussions and B2B meetings focused on investment opportunities, support mechanisms for investors, and future avenues for cooperation between Moroccan and Spanish economic operators, reaffirming the growing strategic and economic partnership between the two neighboring countries.
