The robust economic partnership between Morocco and France stands as “a model for the rest of Africa.” This powerful message was delivered by Nicolas Forissier, the French Minister responsible for Foreign Trade and Attractiveness, during the opening of the France-Morocco Economic Day in Paris. The event, a collaboration between the Paris Île-de-France Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Embassy of the Kingdom of Morocco in France, brought together nearly 300 industry leaders, investors, and public decision-makers.

Minister Forissier lauded the bilateral relationship as “exceptional,” built upon a shared philosophy of international trade. He emphasized that both nations firmly believe commerce acts as a catalyst for prosperity and development, particularly for younger generations. When structured equitably, trade fosters mutually beneficial opportunities, a principle at the core of their alliance.

For Nicolas Forissier, it is this foundation of shared values and aligned perspectives that positions the Franco-Moroccan partnership as a benchmark across the African continent. “This convergence of visions and values unites France and Morocco, making this economic relationship an exemplar for the broader African economy news,” he underscored.

The Minister also highlighted the impressive momentum in trade between the two countries. In 2025, bilateral exchanges surpassed an “unprecedented” 15 billion euros, a figure that has effectively doubled in less than a decade. This remarkable growth underscores the commitment of Paris to sustain a cooperation rooted in a “win-win” framework.

Forissier noted that this complementary dynamic unfolds as Morocco continues its ambitious industrialization, modernization, and economic diversification efforts, while France increasingly opens its markets to “Made in Morocco” products. This fosters significant opportunities within the African economy news landscape.

The French official further pointed to the vibrant French investment activity within the Kingdom, citing the aerospace equipment manufacturer Safran, which recently invested 600 million euros in a new state-of-the-art facility in Casablanca. This exemplifies strong bilateral economic ties.

Crucially, Nicolas Forissier reaffirmed France’s position as the leading foreign investor in Morocco, while simultaneously recognizing Morocco as the foremost African investor in France. This unique reciprocity, he argued, necessitates a greater emphasis on co-investments and cross-investments to further deepen the economic partnership between the two nations.

Moreover, the human element remains central to the France-Morocco partnership, encompassing training, knowledge development, mobility, and youth empowerment. Businesses are actively encouraged to “invest in skills, in the future of those who will drive our partnership tomorrow, and not solely in goods or services.”

Regarding the promising trajectory of these bilateral relations, the French Minister highlighted an “ambitious and shared new economic agenda.” This agenda is firmly rooted in the reinforced exceptional partnership forged in October 2024, during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Morocco, at the invitation of His Majesty King Mohammed VI.

“All of this is also underpinned by an excellent political relationship, which serves as a bedrock for our shared ambition,” Forissier concluded. He expressed conviction that in a world grappling with uncertainty, “it is essential to build poles of stability and robust partnerships that, on the contrary, structure the future and secure market access and supply chains for our enterprises.” This strong political foundation ensures the stability vital for African economy news and growth.

Organized in collaboration with leading institutions fully dedicated to promoting the Franco-Moroccan economic relationship—including AMDIE, the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Morocco (CFCIM), and Business France—the France-Morocco Economic Day serves as a pivotal platform for businesses on both sides, fostering greater African economy news engagement.