Since April 28, London has been hosting a major economic initiative spearheaded by Morocco, signaling a renewed push to deepen ties between the two countries. Branded as Morocco Business Weeks, the program runs until May 9 and features an ambitious series of events aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and institutional relationships between Rabat and the British capital. Over the course of two weeks, Moroccan and British stakeholders—including high-level decision-makers, government agencies, and private investors—are engaging in intensive discussions and strategic meetings designed to pave the way for long-term economic collaboration.
Launched under the leadership of Morocco’s embassy in the UK, the campaign brings together several prominent Moroccan delegations intent on showcasing the country’s investment potential. Their message is targeted and strategic: Morocco is open for business and ready to welcome UK partners at a time when foreign investment in the kingdom is reaching new heights.
But the scope of this initiative goes far beyond bilateral trade deals. Morocco is positioning itself as a strategic partner for the UK in sectors that are critical to the future—clean energy, innovation, and major infrastructure development. Southern Morocco plays a central role in this vision, with regions like Dakhla being spotlighted as emerging hubs for sustainable growth and regional integration.
On Monday, the spotlight was firmly on Dakhla during a high-profile event titled “Invest in Dakhla,” held at a luxury London venue. The event drew significant attention from economic leaders and strategic partners such as UK Export Finance (UKEF), British International Investment (BII), and Australia-based Fortescue. Their collective focus: exploring opportunities in the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region and examining how international investors can tap into its growing economic appeal.
The momentum continued Tuesday at the Innovation Zero Congress, a global summit on the energy transition. There, the Moroccan regions of Laâyoune, Guelmim, and Dakhla presented their visions for a green future. Each had a dedicated space to showcase their plans for renewable energy development, circular economy practices, and climate resilience. The overarching narrative from Moroccan delegates emphasized the role these regions could play as a green corridor between Africa and the UK—a bridge connecting two continents through sustainability and innovation.
Looking ahead, Morocco is preparing to make its presence felt in the financial heart of London. The Casablanca Stock Exchange and the Moroccan Capital Markets Authority are set to host the Morocco Capital Market Days in the City next week. These sessions will focus on enhancing Morocco’s profile among British financial institutions and strengthening dialogue with London-based investors.
With nearly 100 Moroccan delegates actively involved in the events, the scale of engagement underlines the rising interest from the British business community in what Morocco has to offer. It’s a clear sign that this partnership is entering a new, more dynamic phase—one built not just on shared interests, but on a shared future.
