Morocco’s Interior Ministry has issued directives to local authorities in Casablanca-Settat and Rabat-Sla-Kenitra regions to review contracts for the purchase of palm trees used for public space landscaping. The move follows concerns over irregularities impacting urban development budgets. Authorities are being asked to examine the technical specifications within requests for proposals and procurement deals. This directive aims to address financial discrepancies and ensure responsible spending on urban beautification projects. Sources indicate the investigation stems from identified issues weighing on municipal budgets. The Ministry’s central departments initiated the guidance to ensure greater oversight of these contracts across the kingdom. Further regions may be included in the review.