Algeria repression

King Mohammed VI, President Macron lay basis for ‘exceptional’ Moroccan-French partnership

King Mohammed VI and President Emmanuel Macron have ushered a new era in the history of Moroccan-French relations as they seal an “exceptional partnership” for the years to come. This came in a Royal Office statement on the occasion of the visit by French President Emmanuel Macron to Rabat, at the helm of an important […]

Nigeria caps weekly cash withdrawals, Moody’s warns of ‘very high’ foreign currency risks

Nigeria’s central bank has imposed restrictions on weekly cash withdrawals to limit the use of cash as credit agency Moody’s warned that the country’s banks face tough challenges over a dollar shortage. Foreign currency risk is “very high” for Nigeria’s banking system, according to a report by Moody’s. Nigeria is one of seven countries worldwide […]

France reaffirms support for autonomy plan in Sahara

France’s support for the autonomy initiative to end the regional dispute over the Sahara remains “clear and steady” said French Foreign Minister Catherine Colonna. Colonna made the statement at a news conference in Rabat with her Moroccan peer Nasser Bourita after talks that raised the means to bolster ties. “Regarding the Moroccan autonomy plan, our […]