In 2022, nearly 60% of the country’s wealth was concentrated in just three regions: Casablanca-Settat, Rabat-Sale-Kenitra, and Tangiers-Tetouan-Al Hoceima. These regions contributed 31.4%, 16.1%, and 10.4% to Morocco’s GDP, respectively.
In contrast, the less economically dynamic regions of Draa-Tafilalet and the three southern regions accounted for only 7.9% of GDP combined. This concentration of wealth has exacerbated regional disparities, with the average gap between regional GDPs widening from 72 billion dirhams in 2021 to 73.1 billion dirhams in 2022.
While the national economy grew by 1.5% in 2022, regional performance varied significantly. Some regions, such as Souss-Massa and Rabat-Sale-Kenitra, experienced robust growth, while others, like Béni Mellal-Khenifra and Fez-Meknes, faced economic contractions.
The HCP’s report highlights the urgent need for policies to address regional imbalances and promote economic development in less advantaged areas.
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