Since 1914, deposits of gas and oil in Morocco have attracted the attention of foreign companies, the French protectorate and even Moroccan authorities. While oil and gas exploration is on an ‘on and off’ basis over the years, no announcement by companies has confirmed the Kingdom's ambition to become an exporting country.
While trying to diversify energy resources, Morocco is attracting oil and natural gas investors. According to a Forbes analyst, the Kingdom’s plan might create obstacles for these foreign oil and gas exploration and production companies.