SPECIAL REPORT: ASSESSING THE POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACT OF MOROCCO’S EARTHQUAKE

   Wed, 13 September 2023

The magnitude 6.8 earthquake that struck Morocco's Marrakech-Safi province on 8 September has precipitated a multifaceted crisis. The potential economic repercussions are significant, given the affected regions' substantial contribution to Morocco's GDP. The government's handling of the crisis, especially its outreach to marginalised communities, could further strain political stability, with potential implications for Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch's administration. The disaster has also spotlighted the government's selective approach to international aid, raising questions about the balance between humanitarian needs and diplomatic considerations.