
The region Laayoune-Boujdour-Sakia El Hamra
Overview of the region
Enjoying a strategic location between sub-Saharan Africa and the northern regions of Morocco and the European continent, the region of Laayoune-Boujdour-Sakia Al Hamra is a remarkable land of trade and commerce.
The region is equipped with modern and efficient infrastructure connecting the region and its people to the world. It is also particularly known for its seafood resources.
It also offers a full exemption from income taxes and local taxes.
139,480 km²
more than 256,152 inhabitants
Boujdour City
Strengths of the region
Geographical Location
The region of Laayoune-Boujdour-Sakia El Hamra extends over an area of 139.480 km² at the heart of the Moroccan Sahara and covers about 20 % of the national territory. It is bordered by:
- The region of Guelmim-Es-Smara in the north.
- The region of Oued Ed-Dahab-Lagouira in the south.
- The Islamic Republic of Mauritania in the east.
- The Atlantic Ocean in the west.
All these features make of this part of the country a convenient melting pot for economic exchange and facilitate its positioning among those national regions which are suitable for investment.
Infrastructures & potentials
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International proximity An international airport in Laâyoune City Aircraft parking area: 75000m² (it can accommodate Boeing 747 and Boeing 737 and the like) Terminal: 5500m2 |
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Optimal connection to all parts of Morocco A road network of 1447Km 267 km of roads are under construction to link the rural areas as well as the fishing villages located along the coast with the rest of the region |
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3 fishing ports A coastline on the Atlantic Ocean which stretches over 580 km |
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A booming industrial area |
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A developed telecommunications network, such as cellular, fiber optics, and satellite networks to facilitate the exchange of computerized data |
Source: Regional Investment Center of the region of Laâyoune-Boujdour-Sakia El Hamra
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Key figures
Area: 139,480 Km²
Population : 256.152 inhabitants
Urbanization rate: 92%