Moroccan Competition Council Chairman Ahmed Rahhou emphasised the need for Arab countries, particularly Morocco and Egypt, to share experiences due to similar challenges faced by their competition authorities. Speaking during the first session of the Egyptian Competition Authority's (ECA) second annual conference, Rahhou stated that the Moroccan council is fully independent, as designated by the 2011 Constitution. Rahhou highlighted that this independence allows the council to carry out its role in monitoring competition and providing opinions on economic policies, serving the interests of both citizens and investors. He also referred to international examples, such as China, which established a competition council over twenty years ago, reflecting the importance of developing these institutions and updating the laws associated with them. Rahhou also explained that the council specifically focuses on sectors that directly impact citizens' daily lives, such as health, education, building materials, and food products, according to an official statement. He confirmed that legal reforms are still needed in certain sectors, such as banking and insurance, to enhance openness and transparency. Rahhou emphasised that competition law protects consumers and investors, both local and foreign, by ensuring fair rules for all. Investors require a clear and reassuring legal environment to invest confidently. Attribution: Amwal Al Ghad English Subediting: M. S. Salama
