Free Trade Versus Open Access: A Focus on Moroccan Exports

  • Hajar GHAFIR Faculty of Law, Economics and Social Sciences of Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University of Marrakech, Morocco
  • Abdelkader ELKHIDER Faculty of Law, Economics and Social Sciences of Marrakech, Cadi Ayyad University of Marrakech, Morocco

Abstract

The debate between free trade and open access in the context of Moroccan exports raises crucial questions. While free trade promotes economic growth by eliminating trade barriers, open access emphasizes the overall availability of resources. In the case of Morocco, this dichotomy takes on a particular dimension due to the significance of its diverse sectors. Advocates for free trade highlight increased competitiveness in international markets, while proponents of open access emphasize the importance of ensuring access to local products for everyone. Examining these two approaches closely, it becomes essential to find a balance that promotes both economic development and national self-sufficiency. Morocco has established strategic free trade agreements (FTAs) with several global partners, including the European Union, the United States, Turkey, and countries in the MENA region. These agreements aim to promote the free movement of goods and services, fostering economic growth by opening new trade opportunities. Through these partnerships, Morocco has diversified its export markets, strengthening its position in the global economy and boosting key sectors such as agriculture, industry, and services.

To analyze the impact of these FTAs on the open access of Moroccan exports, we will conduct an empirical verification using a gravity model to understand the influence of these agreements on Morocco's exportable supply.

 

Keywords : Free Trade, Open access, Exports, Free trade agreement, Gravity model.

JEL Classification : F10, F13, F14, F50, O13, O24.

Paper type : Empirical Research

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Published
2024-05-15
How to Cite
GHAFIR, H., & ELKHIDER, A. (2024). Free Trade Versus Open Access: A Focus on Moroccan Exports. International Journal of Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Management and Economics, 5(5), 183-197. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.11154542
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