Moroccan Region Makes Historic Capital Market Debut with EBRD’s MAD 400M Investment. Casablanca, Morocco – April 17, 2026 – A significant milestone in Morocco’s financial landscape has been reached as the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) commits MAD 400 million (approximately €36. 8 million) to a groundbreaking bond issuance by the Casablanca-Settat region.
This marks the first time a Moroccan region has accessed capital markets through a public bond offering, with the total issuance valued at MAD 1 billion (€36. 8 million).
The funds will be instrumental in financing key infrastructure and development projects under the region’s comprehensive 2022–2027 development plan, which aims to foster sustainable urban growth and resilience.
The EBRD’s involvement also secures Casablanca-Settat’s entry into the bank’s Green Cities programme, a strategic move to address environmental challenges and promote eco-friendly transport systems.
In addition to the financial support, the investment is accompanied by a EUR 2 million technical cooperation package, partially funded by the Netherlands through the High-Impact Partnership on Climate Action. This package will aid in the creation of a green action plan and a pilot mobility strategy, further emphasizing the region’s commitment to sustainable development. Haytham Eissa, EBRD Morocco Director, emphasized the transaction’s broader implications, stating that it not only represents a financing milestone but also a signal of progress in the development of Morocco’s capital markets and the credibility of regional borrowers.
The Casablanca — Settat region, a crucial economic hub contributing over 30% of Morocco’s GDP, is poised to lead the country’s industrial output, exports, and investment flows. This landmark bond issuance is expected to open new avenues for financing for regional authorities and set a precedent for future initiatives.
The initiative has garnered international attention, with the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs contributing to the High — Impact Partnership on Climate Action, highlighting the global commitment to sustainable development and climate action in Morocco.
As the region implements its ambitious development plan, the world watches with anticipation to see how this innovative approach to funding will shape the future of Casablanca — Settat and potentially inspire similar strategies across the nation.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: moroccoworldnews
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