The Policy Center for the New South (PCNS) is organizing a meeting on October 6, 2026, to present a paper titled "Morocco in a Fragmented World: The Strategy of a Connector Country." This document will examine Morocco's economic trajectory from 2022-2026, assessing its domestic drivers and the role of the external environment. The paper aims to determine whether the observed dynamics represent a conjunctural adjustment or a more sustainable consolidation.
The meeting is part of a broader reflection on the margins of maneuver for middle-income economies in a changing world. The global economic landscape has been reconfigured, with middle-income economies continuing their convergence process under more demanding conditions. Geopolitical fragmentation and the reorganization of global value chains are altering productive insertion logics, while tensions on the international monetary system are weighing on the financing of developing economies.
The acceleration of technological and energy transitions is redistributing comparative advantages and requires adaptation capacities that not all countries can mobilize to the same degree. Classic catch-up drivers are being undermined, and the risk of getting stuck in the middle-income trap is becoming more pressing. In this context, the Policy Center for the New South aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of Morocco's economic strategy.
The paper will assess the conditions for sustainability of Morocco's economic dynamics and evaluate the country's ability to adapt to the changing global landscape. The analysis will focus on the interplay between domestic drivers and external factors, providing insights into the country's economic prospects.
The meeting will bring together experts and stakeholders to discuss the findings of the paper and explore the implications for Morocco's economic policy. The discussion will likely focus on the country's ability to navigate the challenges of a fragmented world and capitalize on opportunities for growth and development.
The Policy Center for the New South is a leading think tank that aims to provide analysis and recommendations on key economic and policy issues facing Morocco and the region. The center's research focuses on promoting sustainable and inclusive growth, improving competitiveness, and enhancing economic cooperation.
The event is scheduled to take place on October 6, 2026, and will provide a platform for experts and policymakers to engage in a constructive dialogue on Morocco's economic strategy. The discussion will be informed by the findings of the paper, which will provide a comprehensive analysis of the country's economic prospects and challenges.
Key points
- The Policy Center for the New South will present a paper on Morocco's economic strategy from 2022-2026.
- The paper will assess the conditions for sustainability of Morocco's economic dynamics.
- The meeting will bring together experts and stakeholders to discuss the findings of the paper.
