The Oxford Handbook of the Moroccan Economy

The Oxford Handbook of the Moroccan Exonomy is the first handbook dedicated to this subject. It examines the economic policies and structural transformation of Morocco through an extensive literature review and empirical evidence on all economic sectors, structural transformation policies, and the macroeconomy.

This is an open access title. It is available to read and download as a free PDF version on Oxford Academic and is made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 International licence.The Oxford Handbook of the Moroccan Economy provides the most authoritative and comprehensive analysis of the country''s economy to date. Authored by over 50 leading academic scholars and policy practitioners, this volume is comprised of 35 chapters with rigorous empirical evidence and insights bolstered by long-term engagement in the nation. The Handbook offers a vital overview of Morocco''s economic development and the policy options available for the future.The Handbook explores Morocco''s progress towards economic diversification, structural transformation, and the development of industrial and economic policies. It covers original reviews of sectors including automotive, aeronautics, handicrafts, tourism, and logistics. Furthermore, it emphasises addressing key issues such as the middle-income trap and promoting economic transformation, offering valuable lessons for low- and middle-income countries across Africa and beyond.Morocco is often recognised as one of Africa''s economic bright spots. This volume analyses its economic growth from 2000 to 2025, set against the wider historical context of post-independence development, political changes, and cultural heritage. The Handbook encompasses a diverse range of systematic analytical perspectives, making it an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the Moroccan economy.