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Social media post sparks international tension over US aid to South Africa

In an unexpected development that highlights the complex dynamics of U.S.-South African relations, a social media announcement about American aid to South Africa has sent diplomatic ripples through both nations. The statement, posted without supporting evidence, threatens to withhold nearly $440 million in annual assistance pending an investigation into alleged mistreatment of certain populations. This […]

Morocco imposes 30% anti-dumping duty on Egyptian canned tomatoes

Morocco started imposing a 29.9% anti-dumping duty on Egyptian canned tomatoes to protect the local industry from unfair prices, the trade ministry and the customs administration said. The duty has been applied since May 31 and will be in place over the next five years to protect the local industry, they said in a statement. […]

Sahara: Will MINURSO be axed by Trump Administration?

The Trump administration and the United Nations can save a lot of money by eliminating failed peacekeeping missions such as the MINURSO, said Michael Rubin, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. In an Op-Ed published by the Washington-based think-tank, Mr. Rubin said the U.S. recognizes the Moroccanness of the Sahara and subsidizing that […]