India, Morocco Seek Expanded Trade Ties

Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada has announced that India and Morocco are working to diversify bilateral trade and expand market access.

Prasada is currently on an official visit to Morocco, where he will co-chair the 7th Session of the India-Morocco Joint Commission.

The meeting aims to review existing economic cooperation and identify new areas for mutually beneficial engagement.

Discussions will cover various sectors, including trade, fertiliser production, investment, and pharmaceuticals.

A Memorandum of Understanding on food safety is expected to be signed between Morocco's National Office of Food Safety and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.

This agreement will facilitate the exchange of information on food safety and promote technical cooperation.

A Cultural Exchange Programme for 2026-2030 is also expected to be signed, promoting exchanges of artists and professionals.

India and Morocco have longstanding bilateral ties, with bilateral merchandise trade standing at around $4 billion in 2025.

Key Indian exports to Morocco include refined petroleum, pharmaceuticals, and vehicles, while Morocco mainly exports phosphates and fertilisers to India.

During his visit, Prasada will hold bilateral meetings with senior Moroccan leaders and participate in the India-Morocco Joint Business Forum.

He will also interact with business leaders to explore new opportunities for trade and investment.

The visit aims to strengthen economic cooperation and identify new areas for collaboration between the two countries.

India and Morocco have significant scope for expanding trade and investment, and this visit is expected to play a crucial role in boosting bilateral ties.

The outcomes of the visit are expected to have a positive impact on the economies of both countries.

In the long term, the expanded trade ties are expected to benefit both India and Morocco by increasing trade volumes and promoting economic growth.