Morocco, US Talk Potential Cooperation on Electric Car Batteries

July 2, 2024, 11:21 AM UTC

Morocco and US discussed “opportunities for cooperation and partnership” in field of “critical minerals essential for electric vehicle battery production,” Moroccan Industry and Trade Minister Ryad Mezzour says on X.

  • Mezzour commented after talks with Jose Fernandez, under secretary for economic growth, energy and environment
  • “We agreed to continue discussions to identify ways and means for a mutually beneficial partnership to establish an ecosystem in Morocco”
  • NOTE: Morocco has free-trade agreement with US
  • READ: China Is Building Europe Battery Supply in Morocco, VW Unit Says
  • READ: As West Battles China, a Trade Ally Tries to Keep Both Doors Open

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