Moroccan Government Increases Social Support and Restricts Vegetable Exports to Protect Consumers

During a weekly council meeting in Rabat on Thursday, November 12, 2026, the Moroccan government announced a series of measures designed to stabilize the domestic market and protect the purchasing power of citizens. The meeting was chaired by Head of Government Fatima Zahra Mansouri, who stated that protecting the purchasing power of citizens is the government's top priority. Government Spokesperson Samir Belfkih added that the executive authority is moving at maximum speed to address ongoing price issues.

Measures to Stabilize Food Prices and Social Aid

To secure the domestic supply of essential food items, the government has temporarily suspended the issuance of new export licenses for tomatoes, onions, and potatoes. Additionally, an inter-ministerial committee has been established to monitor the daily price developments of essential consumer goods. To help mitigate the impact of fuel costs, the government will also continue providing exceptional support to road transport professionals.

In terms of direct social assistance, the government approved Draft Decree No. 2.26.838 to amend the implementation of the direct social support system. Under these new regulations, the minimum monthly direct social support will increase from 500 MAD to 600 MAD starting January 1, 2027. The government has outlined a long-term plan to increase this support incrementally, with a target of reaching 1,000 MAD per month by 2031.

Institutional Reforms and Infrastructure

The council also approved Bill No. 06.25, which seeks to transform the National Airports Office into a joint-stock company named Maroc Airports S.A. Under this new structure, the company will manage air navigation and public airport property on behalf of the state. This reform follows the provisions of Law No. 82.20 regarding the National Agency for the Strategic Management of State Holdings and is part of broader reforms under Framework Law No. 21.50 regarding public institutions and enterprises.

According to reports from Febrayer, the government aims to increase passenger traffic from the current 36 million to 80 million by 2030. The same source noted that the spokesperson welcomed recent rainfall in the Kingdom and reported that the government approved appointments for two high-ranking positions within the Ministry of National Planning, Urban Planning, Housing, and City Policy.

Other Administrative Approvals

Several other decrees were passed to address professional and educational standards. Draft Decree No. 2.26.592 was approved to include the doctoral degree at the Mohammed VI Institute for Quranic Studies, which is part of Al-Qarawiyyin University, in the list of recognized diplomas. Furthermore, Draft Decree No. 2.26.526 was approved to allow certain Ministry of Justice employees, including those on secondment or at the disposal of the ministry, to receive performance bonuses.

Glossary

• Rabat — Rabat is the capital city of Morocco, located on the northwestern coasts of the Atlantic Ocean. It serves as the capital city of the Rabat-Salé-Kénitra administrative region.