Signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Competition Council of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Competition Council of the State of Libya.

The Competition Council of the Kingdom of Morocco and the Competition Council of the State of Libya proceeded to the signing of a memorandum of understanding on Tuesday, March 07, 2023, in Rabat.

This memorandum signed by Mr. Ahmed Rahhou and Mr. Salama Ibrahim Ghwiel, presidents of the two institutions, further strengthens the partnership relations between the Kingdom of Morocco and the State of Libya. Indeed, this memorandum of understanding will enhance bilateral cooperation between the two institutions in the field of competition protection, promotion of competition, improvement of the business climate and good governance, through the fair application of competition law.

To this end, the two parties have agreed to implement efficient working mechanisms aimed at exchanging expertise and best practices, training in various topics related to economics and competition law, and investigations.

The said memorandum also aims at developing and strengthening the capacities of rapporteurs and investigators, as well as reviewing and studying legislation concerning competition law.