FIFA World Cup 2030 Projects Could Strain Morocco’s Budget, IMF Warns

The IMF warns that FIFA World Cup 2030 projects could lead to a public debt increase in Morocco, reaching 7-8% of GDP by 2030. The country plans to invest nearly 12% of its GDP annually until 2030 in transport and tourism infrastructure, including upgrades to railways, airports, and stadiums. These investments could raise real GDP by 2% by 2030, with long-term gains reaching 3% after 2031.