AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWater Security: Morocco’s dam fill rate climbed to 68.79% as of Aug. 14, with reservoirs holding 11.71bn m³ out of 17.03bn m³ normal capacity, led by Tensift (83.78%) and Al Massira’s sharp rebound to 40.70%. Steel & Construction Demand: Morocco’s steel use is forecast to rise 7–8% in 2026 to 2.75–2.82m tonnes, topping 3m in 2027 as housing, autos, wind power and 2030 World Cup infrastructure ramp up. EU Fisheries Talks: The European Commission says it’s ready to negotiate a new sustainable fisheries deal with Morocco, but only when Rabat is ready, after reviewing the previous protocol. Port & Trade Push: U.S. Embassy teams visited Dakhla Atlantic Port to deepen Washington’s economic engagement in southern Morocco, alongside broader cooperation on energy, AI, critical minerals and defense. Urban Heat Resilience: Marrakech and Agadir are testing permeable “sponge” pavement to cool streets and better manage rainfall, with limited trials rather than a nationwide switch. Animal Welfare Law: Morocco’s stray-animal protection law (No. 19.25) has entered into force, defining stray animals and setting fines and penalties for unauthorized sheltering, feeding or treatment. Migration & Border Pressure: Nigeria’s NCAA says Morocco transit restrictions are linked to fake Schengen visa stamps, including cases where travelers book long layovers to attempt illegal entry into Europe.
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