European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Vice President for Policy and Partnerships Mark Bowman is scheduled to visit Morocco from 24 to 26 June as part of the Bank’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its partnership with the country and support its economic development priorities. During the three-day visit, he will hold discussions with senior government officials and representatives from both the public and private sectors to explore opportunities for expanding investment and deepening cooperation.
As part of his programme, Bowman will meet Morocco’s Minister of Water and Equipment, Nizar Baraka, and Minister of Industry and Trade, Ryad Mezzour. The discussions are expected to focus on increasing EBRD investment in Morocco, particularly in areas that can strengthen private sector competitiveness, promote inclusive economic growth, and accelerate the country’s transition to a greener and more sustainable economy.
Another key topic will be support for Morocco’s ongoing reform agenda, which aims to create a more attractive environment for private investment and unlock additional sources of capital.The visit will also include meetings with a range of EBRD clients and partners from the public and private sectors, including several local banks.
These discussions will centre on current and future projects, opportunities to improve access to finance, and ways to further support business growth and private sector development. Strengthening partnerships with financial institutions remains an important part of the EBRD’s strategy in Morocco, helping businesses gain access to the funding needed for expansion, innovation, and sustainable development.
Ahead of the visit, Bowman highlighted the importance of Morocco as a long-standing partner of the EBRD and reaffirmed the Bank’s commitment to supporting the country’s economic priorities. He noted that the EBRD will continue working closely with Moroccan stakeholders to encourage sustainable growth, strengthen the role of the private sector, and advance the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Bowman will be accompanied by Haytham Eissa, the EBRD’s Head of Morocco, who oversees the Bank’s operations and engagement within the country.Morocco has maintained a close relationship with the EBRD since becoming one of the Bank’s countries of operation in 2012. Since then, the institution has worked alongside government authorities, financial institutions, and private-sector partners to support investments in sustainable energy, infrastructure development, and access to finance.
Over the years, the EBRD has become an important development partner for the country, helping to drive economic modernisation and private-sector growth.To date, the EBRD has invested €6.2 billion across 129 projects in Morocco.
Notably, around 68% of this investment has been directed towards the private sector, reflecting the Bank’s focus on encouraging private enterprise, boosting economic competitiveness, and supporting long-term sustainable development. The upcoming visit is expected to further strengthen cooperation between Morocco and the EBRD while identifying new opportunities to support the country’s economic and environmental ambitions.
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