Morocco is advancing electric freight corridors with France, Ghana expands Chinese vehicle distribution networks, and Tanzania begins local locomotive assembly.

Chinese automotive manufacturers and suppliers have invested over 10 billion euros in Morocco since the pandemic, establishing the country as their primary global manufacturing hub outside China. This strategic positioning just 14 kilometers from Europe is reshaping competitive dynamics as Chinese companies build a complete EV and battery value chain with privileged access to European markets through Morocco's extensive free-trade agreements.