Islamabad, The Europe Today: Morocco on Friday expressed its willingness to strengthen mining cooperation with Pakistan, highlighting wide-ranging opportunities for partnerships, investment and the exchange of expertise in the mineral sector.
Addressing the Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) in Islamabad, Mohamed Ouhmed, Secretary General of Morocco’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development, said the forum offered both countries a valuable platform to share experiences and explore new avenues for cooperation and partnership.
Morocco’s Mining Legacy and Mineral Potential
Ouhmed said Morocco has a long history of mining and possesses significant mineral potential, with a diverse range of mineral resources. He noted that the country is one of the world’s leading phosphate producers and has built a strong industry that meets international standards.
He said Morocco’s phosphate industry covers the entire value chain and has developed robust local expertise. Morocco, he added, has established partnerships with several countries across Africa, the Americas and Asia, including Pakistan.
Beyond phosphate, Ouhmed said Morocco also has considerable geological potential and holds an important position in the global production of several minerals.
Global Rankings in Key Minerals
Citing World Mining Data 2026, Ouhmed said Morocco ranks first in the world in phosphate exports, with production reaching around 35 million tonnes in 2025.
He said Morocco ranks first in Africa and fourth in the world in barite production. The country also stands fourth in Africa and 13th globally in cobalt production, and first in Africa and 17th worldwide in silver production.
Expanding Mining Cooperation With Pakistan
Ouhmed said Morocco’s experience in phosphate production could be extended to other areas of mining, opening opportunities for investment, industrial development and the creation of new value chains.
He called for stronger mining cooperation with Pakistan to harness the potential of both countries and develop a modern, competitive and sustainable mining sector that contributes to their economies and creates opportunities for their citizens.
The Moroccan official’s remarks underscored growing interest in deepening economic ties between the two countries, with the mineral sector emerging as a promising area for long-term collaboration.
