King Urges Financial Sector to Support SMEs and Accelerate Economic Transformation
Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- King Mohammed VI urged the financial sector to support economic transformation and SMEs.
- He called for improved access to bank and non-bank financing for small and medium enterprises.
- The King emphasized supporting innovation, manufacturing, and exports to accelerate the country's economic and social development.
King Mohammed VI has called on Morocco's financial sector to actively support the nation's economic and social transformation. In a royal address marking the 27th anniversary of the Throne Day, the King stressed the need for a significant shift in expanding access to financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This includes both traditional banking and non-banking financial services.
The monarch emphasized that the financial sector must align with the dynamic changes occurring within the Kingdom. He urged for greater support for innovation, manufacturing, and export activities. This strategic push aims to accelerate the country's overall economic development and enhance its global competitiveness.
The King's address highlighted the critical role of SMEs in driving economic growth and the necessity for robust financial backing to foster their development and expansion.
Originally published by Hespress in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.