Morocco attracts global investor confidence, says EIB president

Morocco is strengthening its position as a preferred destination for international capital, with growing investor trust driven by economic reforms, financial stability and a favorable business environment, according to European Investment Bank President Nadia Calviño.

During an interview with MAP while visiting Morocco, Calviño said the country has become increasingly attractive to foreign investors because of the consistency of its reform agenda and the resilience of its economy. She noted that these factors have created conditions that support the financing and expansion of investment projects, helping Morocco attract larger and more ambitious investments.

The EIB president emphasized that companies require a predictable and transparent business climate to support growth and long-term planning. She pointed to the importance of clear regulations, streamlined administrative procedures, improved access to financing, a skilled workforce and modern infrastructure.

According to Calviño, these reforms are transforming investor confidence into tangible economic outcomes, including new projects, job creation and expanded business opportunities.

She also described Morocco as a major economic and industrial hub in Africa and a strategic partner for the European Union on both political and economic levels. The country’s role, she said, extends beyond its national borders due to its growing influence in regional development and international cooperation.

Calviño highlighted the continued commitment of the European Investment Bank to supporting major investment initiatives in Morocco. She said the institution’s backing contributes to the country’s attractiveness among global investors and reinforces confidence in its long-term economic prospects.

Referring to Morocco as a natural link between Europe, Africa and the Atlantic region, she argued that a stable and interconnected Moroccan economy benefits the broader region and strengthens cooperation between the European Union and African partners.

Her visit to Morocco, scheduled to continue until July 1, forms part of efforts to deepen the strategic partnership between the European Investment Bank and the Kingdom.

The EIB remains one of Morocco’s largest international financial partners. Since beginning operations in the country, the bank has invested more than €12 billion in projects spanning multiple sectors, including small and medium-sized enterprises, renewable energy, education, sustainable transportation, healthcare, water management and sanitation.