The Federation of Gulf Chambers has announced the launch of the Gulf-Moroccan Investment Forum. It is set to take place from November 3 to 4, 2025, in the Kingdom of Morocco. The event is being organized in partnership with the General Secretariat of the GCC, the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises, and the Gulf Arab Agency for Information and Communication.
The announcement was marked by the signing of a cooperation agreement. Saleh bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Secretary-General of the Federation of Gulf Chambers, signed it. Mohamed Bouselham, CEO of the Gulf Arab Agency for Information and Communication, signed the agreement as well.
The forum aims to bolster the strategic partnership between GCC countries and Morocco and strengthen economic and trade ties. It seeks to establish a regular platform for dialogue between Gulf and Moroccan business communities. It will also highlight investment opportunities and foster the creation of joint ventures between the two regions’ private sectors.
Al Sharqi emphasized that the initiative reflects the aspirations of GCC and Moroccan leaderships. He noted that the forum will focus on key sectors such as industry, transportation, and logistics. It will also cover food and agricultural security, real estate, and tourism. He highlighted Morocco’s strategic geographic position as a vital gateway for Gulf exports to European and African markets.
Current economic indicators show strong potential for growth. Exports of goods and services account for 62.2% of the GDP of Gulf countries, compared to 42.8% in Morocco. Meanwhile, imports represent 40.5% and 51% of GDP respectively.
