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U.S. Maintains Unchanged Stance on the Moroccan Sahara: Denial of Allegations and Highlighting Geopolitical Tensions with Iran

The U.S. State Department recently reiterated that the United States’ stance on the issue of the Moroccan Sahara remains “clear and consistent.” This confirmation follows former President Donald Trump’s declaration in December 2020, recognizing Morocco’s sovereignty over Western Sahara. The United States reaffirms unwavering support for the position on the Moroccan Sahara and warns against […]

Saudi investment company in Egypt acquires minority stakes in 3 other listed companies

The recently-launched Saudi-Egyptian Investment Company (SEIC) has reportedly added three other Egyptian listed company to its portfolio after acquiring fertilizer giant MOPCO. Abu Qir Fertizilers and Chemical Industries, Alexandria Container and Cargo Handling and E-Finance for Financial and Digital Investments are the companies, Zawya reports citing Egypt’s planning ministry’s website. SEIC also reportedly acquired 25 […]

Sweden hails Morocco’s security cooperation after arrest of fifth wanted fugitive in Agadir

Swedish National Police Commissioner Petra Lundh has publicly praised Morocco’s police for the arrest of a fifth Swedish fugitive on Moroccan soil in the past month, underscoring the strength of bilateral security cooperation. In an Instagram story posted Wednesday, Lundh announced that a Swedish national had been detained in Morocco. The individual had been convicted […]