Speaking to MAP, Forissier said he witnessed this momentum firsthand during his recent visit to Morocco, a country he described as one of "the top priorities" on his agenda as France’s minister in charge of foreign trade.
The minister also expressed his determination to further strengthen a bilateral relationship built on a "win-win" approach, in line with the Enhanced Exceptional Partnership established in October 2024 during French President Emmanuel Macron’s state visit to Morocco at the invitation of King Mohammed VI.
“I was deeply impressed by Morocco’s modernization and the investments made across the country, including those carried out by French companies,” Forissier said, pointing in particular to aerospace equipment manufacturer Safran‘s expanded presence in Morocco through the opening of a new factory in Casablanca.
He also highlighted the quality of Morocco’s transport, energy, and logistics infrastructure, which, he said, "is developing at a remarkable pace."
“It is clear that the country is being guided by a highly dynamic vision that combines gradual and rapid modernization,” he added.
Forissier cited the Port of Tangier as an example, saying that " the level of investment, industrial capacity and quality of service have reached a very high standard." He also pointed to the tourism sector, which he believes "is experiencing exceptional growth and serves as a model for many other countries."
On bilateral cooperation, Forissier said that " the outstanding partnerships we are able to build can also serve as models in the future, particularly in Africa, as we work together to build the future—not least for the generations that will follow us."
Commenting on the evolution of economic relations between the two countries, the French minister praised the “exceptional” partnership that has “grown considerably in recent years," thanks to a "shared vision" between King Mohammed VI and President Emmanuel Macron.
He said the partnership is "strengthened, evolving and built for the long term," supported by “our companies, mutual investments, and efforts to secure our supply chains and value chains.”
Forissier noted that trade between Morocco and France exceeded €15 billion in 2025 and has "more than doubled in less than ten years."
“All of this clearly shows how far we have come, and we will continue moving forward along this path,” he concluded.
