82. The PPP Central Unit was established in September 2011 within the Ministry of Economy and Finance and has cooperated closely with a number of international institutions such as the European Investment Bank and the International Finance Corporation. This unit was notably in charge of the drafting and scoping of the new PPP law. It may also play a significant role in the development of PPP pilot projects.
83. In Morocco, the decision-making process for major infrastructure projects involves many parts of central government and can also be initiated at the municipal level. Projects are likely to involve a wide range of stakeholders, including decision-making committees across ministries for centrally procured projects. Although there is a desire and impetus at the local level to develop PPP projects, there are some concerns as to whether municipalities have sufficient legal powers to award contracts. Legal reforms to remove this ambiguity will enhance investor confidence and the scope of local authorities to develop projects in line with local needs.
84. Although the Moroccan government seems keen to develop PPPs in different sectors and is adopting institutional reforms to facilitate this, a clear and specific PPP policy remains to be defined.