Rabat, April 18 -- The Moroccan Ministry of the Interior has reassured consumers that the current market is "distinguished by an abundant supply that meets all needs" before and during the holy month of Ramadan.

All essential goods will be available in stable quantities, according to the ministry, with some changes in the prices of some products compared to the previous year.

The ministry's statement is part of an annual procedure, in which central authorities and provincial and local commissions monitor prices and the goods available ahead of the month of Ramadan.

On Wednesday, Minister Delegate to the Minister of the Interior Noureddine Boutayeb chaired a meeting in Rabat to discuss the supply of goods in the national market, especia...