Morocco is carrying out an ambitious strategy to develop ports on the Atlantic coast, such as the port currently under construction in Dakhla. This city is becoming a global destination for surfers and a place for ecotourism development. Additionally, it complements the efficiency of the powerful Tanger Med port, which has been rated by the World Bank as the fourth most efficient port in the world, recently surpassing Valencia as the most important port in the Mediterranean.
At the same time, Morocco is working on the construction or renovation of more than 6 football stadiums, including the largest stadium in the world at the mythical White House. Furthermore, Morocco will co-host the World Cup in 2030 along with Spain and Portugal. All of this indicates that Morocco is becoming a country with great potential for the future.
The president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation, Fouzi Lekjaa, highlighted that Morocco has gathered all the logistical conditions to ensure the success of the Africa Cup of Nations. This is part of a comprehensive strategy that Morocco has been developing to attract investments and trade in Africa, as well as to serve as a bridge with Europe, Latin America, and Asia.
Companies like Renault, Peugeot, and Ford have already established production plants in Morocco, demonstrating that the country excels not only in tourism and services but also in the automotive, textile, chemical, and electronic industries, among others. Morocco is positioning itself as an important production center and attracting the attention of investors and traders from various countries.
As the Africa Cup of Nations approaches in Morocco, a significant economic spillover is expected, potentially reaching $20 billion during the event. The Minister of Youth, Culture, and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, noted that Morocco is one of the main tourist destinations in the Arab and African world, and an increase in visitor arrivals is anticipated during the sporting event.
With the World Cup scheduled for 2026 in Mexico and in 2030 in Morocco, a boost in both tourism and trade between the two countries is expected. Morocco is diversifying and consolidating its position as a key player in the Mediterranean economy and beyond. The Africa Cup of Nations represents a milestone in this ambitious project that aims not only to promote football but also to strengthen relations between African countries through sport.
