Rabat – The Interministerial Commission for Monitoring Market Supply and Prices convened on Thursday at the Ministry of Interior headquarters to review preparations for the upcoming holy month of Ramadan 1447 H.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Interior, the meeting aligns with Royal Directives aimed at preserving citizens’ purchasing power, ensuring the availability of essential goods, and maintaining regular market supply, particularly in the lead-up to Ramadan.
Officials reviewed the current state of market supply and prices, reinforcing coordination and monitoring mechanisms while intensifying measures to combat speculation, price manipulation, and other illegal practices that could harm consumers’ rights, health, or safety.
Based on reports from ministries, relevant agencies, and investigations across the country, authorities confirmed that market supply of essential goods remains stable. Available stocks, production, and planned offerings are sufficient to meet consumption needs during Ramadan and the following months, thanks to proactive measures by government authorities in coordination with economic stakeholders.
Discussions also centered around the positive impact of recent heavy rainfall, which is expected to improve agricultural and pastoral yields, as well as livestock production, strengthening the national capacity to supply essential goods. The anticipated resumption of small pelagic fisheries before Ramadan, along with other support measures, is expected to enhance the availability of popular fish species during the holy month.
Despite reassuring supply indicators, officials emphasized the need for continued vigilance, monitoring, and mobilization of all economic actors to ensure consistent market supply and improve the efficiency of production, distribution, and commercialization networks.
Authorities also stressed the importance of controlling price increases and regulating markets to protect consumer rights, preserve purchasing power, and safeguard public health. Walis and governors were instructed to enforce coordination measures, address supply chain disruptions promptly, and strengthen market oversight.
The meeting affirmed a zero-tolerance approach toward speculation, monopolies, illegal stockpiling, and any commercial practices that could disrupt markets or harm consumers. Legal action against violators and reinforced collaboration among authorities and oversight bodies were emphasized.
The meeting brought together key government officials, including the Minister of Interior; Abdelouafi Laftit, the Minister of Economy and Finance; Nadia Fettah Alaoui, the Minister of Health and Social Protection; Amine Tahroui, the Minister of Agriculture; Ahmed El Bouari, the Minister of Industry and Trade; Ryad Mezzour, the Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development; Leila Benali and the Secretary of State in charge of Maritime Fisheries; Zakia Driouich.
Also in attendance were the directors-general of the Customs and Indirect Taxes Administration, the National Office of Fisheries, the National Interprofessional Office for Cereals and Legumes, and the National Office for Food Safety. Regional governors, prefects, and other local authorities participated remotely, alongside senior officials from economic and administrative divisions.
Officials additionally called for the need to enhance communication with consumers, businesses, and civil society, involving consumer protection associations and media outlets to promote responsible and healthy consumption.
Dedicated contact numbers and complaint hotlines will be activated at local and national levels to allow consumers to report shortages, fraud, or other illegal practices, ensuring prompt and effective responses.