Morocco's national postal operator, Barid Al-Maghrib, has been officially authorized as the country's first qualified trust service provider for electronic timestamping. The approval was granted by the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), acting as the supervisory body for trust services in the digital economy.
This accreditation allows Barid Al-Maghrib to issue qualified electronic timestamps, a critical component for ensuring the integrity and legal validity of digital documents and transactions. The service provides certified proof of the existence of electronic data at a specific date and time, which is essential for legal, administrative, and commercial processes.
The move is part of Morocco's broader strategy to develop a secure digital trust ecosystem, aligning with Law 05-20 on the digitalization of procedures for public administrations. The service is expected to enhance the security of online administrative procedures and e-commerce, providing a foundation for more advanced digital services.
Barid Al-Maghrib's new role leverages its existing national infrastructure and reputation as a trusted public service entity. The service is now operational and available to businesses, public administrations, and individuals requiring certified proof for their digital operations.
