American Investors Explore Expanding Opportunities in the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab Region

A delegation of American investors visited the city of Dakhla on Wednesday to assess the economic potential of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region and identify promising sectors for future investment. The visit marks a significant step in strengthening economic ties between Dakhla and the city of Great Neck in the United States.

During their mission, the business delegation from Great Neck explored the region’s business climate, growing infrastructure, and prospects for bilateral cooperation across a range of strategic fields. The initiative forms part of the implementation of the recently established twinning agreement between the two cities, which aims to promote mutually beneficial economic partnerships and long-term collaboration.

Speaking to the press, American investor Lior Cohen emphasized that the purpose of the visit was to “develop joint projects and identify new investment opportunities in the region,” adding that the delegation is eager to build durable economic relationships with local stakeholders.

Similarly, healthcare investor Edwin Cohen Azarkian noted that the favorable conditions he observed during his first visit to Dakhla — combined with the region’s impressive economic momentum — motivated him to return. His goal is to further explore the high-potential sectors that could support sustainable development and new business ventures.

The president of the Dakhla Municipal Council, Erragheb Hormatallah, highlighted that the delegation conducted several field visits, including to the Dakhla Atlantic port project, agricultural sites, aquaculture facilities, and various industrial units. These visits allowed the American investors to witness firsthand the rapid development underway across the region.

For his part, Ahmed Ktir, Director of the Regional Investment Center (CRI), stated that the delegation was “impressed by the significant progress achieved in the region, particularly in terms of infrastructure and large-scale investments.”

During the visit, officials presented an overview of the region’s economic strengths, ongoing structural projects, and the array of promising opportunities for investment in key growth sectors.

The visiting delegation also met with the Wali of the Dakhla-Oued Eddahab region, the governor of Oued Eddahab province, the president of the Municipal Council of Dakhla, the director of the regional CRI, and the regional president of the Moroccan Employers’ Confederation (CGEM). These discussions focused on future avenues for economic cooperation between Dakhla and Great Neck, the region’s competitive advantages, and the continued efforts to support investors and enhance the area’s territorial attractiveness.

The visit reflects a growing interest from international investors in Dakhla’s expanding economic landscape — one driven by strategic infrastructure, dynamic development projects, and a strong commitment to international partnership.