Oriental region
Oriental is a border region with Algeria, historically marked by cross-border exchanges. Strong MRE population from Spain, France, Germany, and Netherlands. Economy diversifying with tourism (Saïdia) and offshoring.
Key figures
Capital
Oujda
Population
2.4M
Regional GDP
55 Md MAD
National GDP share
4.2%
Economic sectors
Credit market
Strong MRE mortgage activity, especially for second homes in Saïdia and Nador. Banque Populaire and CIH Bank strongly established with diaspora.
Insurance market
Market dominated by MRE home insurance products and travel insurance (seasonal returns). Wafa Assurance and RMA offer dedicated packs for Moroccans in Europe.
Local specifics
Nador is commercial hub with Melilla enclave (Spain). Currency accounts and international money transfers highly requested. Oujda benefits from Technopole project.
Main cities
Dominant institutions
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