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Saudi Industry Minister Visits Tanger Med Port in Morocco

The Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources has visited the Tanger Med Port Center in Morocco. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources has visited the Tanger Med Port Center in Morocco. SPA
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Saudi Industry Minister Visits Tanger Med Port in Morocco

The Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources has visited the Tanger Med Port Center in Morocco. SPA
The Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources has visited the Tanger Med Port Center in Morocco. SPA

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Alkhorayef has visited the Tanger Med Port Center in Morocco as part of efforts to enhance ties between the Kingdom and Morocco.

During the visit, Alkhorayef was briefed on the stages of container processing, as the port constitutes an important industrial and logistical platform for more than 1,200 companies in various activities, including cars, aircraft, and textiles, and handles about 9 million containers annually.

Alkhorayef toured the facility and saw the logistics services that facilitate international trade, given the port's strategic location.

The minister was accompanied by the Deputy Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Mining Affairs, Eng. Khalid bin Saleh Al-Mudaifer, and the Saudi Ambassador to Morocco, Dr. Sami bin Abdullah Al-Saleh.

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Saudi Arabia Records Significant Increase in Potato Production

Saudi Arabia Records Significant Increase in Potato Production
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Saudi Arabia Records Significant Increase in Potato Production

Saudi Arabia Records Significant Increase in Potato Production

The Saudi Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture announced a remarkable 47% increase in potato production in 2023, achieving a self-sufficiency rate of 86% with over 621,750 tons of potatoes produced compared to 423,770 tons in 2021.

This milestone was achieved after more than 17,000 hectares of land were cultivated with potatoes in 2023, up from 15,890 hectares in 2021. The potato production surge has positively impacted the manufacturing sector, stimulating investment and the use of advanced technologies.

According to the Ministry, overall vegetable production in 2023 reached 3.21 million tons, marking a 19% rise from 2020.

The significant improvement in agricultural productivity and its SAR109 billion contribution to the GDP are attributed to the Ministry's strategic initiatives focused on boosting self-sufficiency, attracting investments, and providing financial support, including increased financing rates for modern technology-based projects.

By prioritizing local production and reducing reliance on imports, the ministry aims to achieve the goals outlined in Saudi Vision 2030 and diversifying the national economy.