Egyptian, Saudi stock markets sign MoU to boost cooperation

The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) and the Saudi Tadawul Group have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen joint cooperation, Arab Finance reports citing an emailed press release of February 13. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of the ongoing Saudi Capital Market Forum, held in Riyadh February 12-14. “We seek to cooperate with […]

Morocco’s 2026 budget targets growth, fiscal discipline & record investments

Morocco’s draft finance bill for 2026, presented to the Parliament by Economy and Finance Minister Nadia Fettah, outlines an ambitious roadmap to sustain growth while preserving fiscal stability. The plan projects GDP growth at 4.6%, inflation contained at 2%, and a budget deficit reduced to 3% of GDP, alongside a public debt ratio of 66%. […]

New Year’s Celebrations: European Police Request Moroccan Assistance

Moroccan security and intelligence services have been asked by their European counterparts to help in securing the New Year’s Eve celebrations against growing terror threats, according to Moroccan press reports. This is neither a first nor a surprise request, says Al Ahdath Al Maghribiya daily, noting that the European security agencies have issued a red […]