Tangier: The International Forum “ELI Morocco 2026” Links Investment, Human Capital, and Coexistence
The city of the strait resonated with the rhythms of the inaugural edition of the International Forum on Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Investment (ELI Morocco Forum 2026), held alongside the renowned International Equestrian Festival “Mata.” This high-profile event brought together a distinguished assembly of Moroccan policymakers and international investors to outline the contours of economic development looking towards 2030.
The forum was notably attended by key figures such as Ryad Mezzour, Minister of Equipment and Water, and Younes Sekkouri, Minister of Economic Inclusion, Small Enterprises, Employment, and Skills.
People and Employment at the Heart of Vision 2030
The participation of Minister Younes Sekkouri placed the issues of human capital and youth employment at the forefront of discussions. As Morocco accelerates its massive public investments in infrastructure, conversations highlighted the need to translate this momentum into sustainable job opportunities, focusing on economic inclusion, support for SMEs, and the development of skills among African youth.
For decision-makers, creating an ecosystem conducive to entrepreneurship is a natural extension of the country’s major structural projects.
Morocco: An Attractive Crossroad of Peace for Investment
Beyond macroeconomic indicators, the forum showcased passionate appeals for the unique model of tolerance championed by the Kingdom. In several speeches, international investors praised the climate of peace and the historical depth of Moroccan social cohesion.
In a globally unstable context, this culture of coexistence—propelled by the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI—stands as a vital guarantee of stability, essential for reassuring and attracting foreign investors in the long term.
A Sustainable Platform for the Future
Initiated by Nabil Baraka, president of the ELI Forum Morocco, this gathering aims to establish itself as a lasting economic and civilizational bridge connecting Africa, Europe, and the Atlantic space. By addressing issues of industrial sovereignty, water management, and employment inclusion, Tangier confirms its status as an essential hub for Moroccan economic diplomacy.
