Horst Köhler at security council

EU welcomes Morocco’s tax reforms

The EU promised to remove Morocco from the tax haven grey list after commending the reforms undertaken by the country to improve financial transparency and fight tax evasion. An EU special committee has announced that the steps taken by Morocco to bring its tax system concerning free zones in line with European standards will lead […]

Libya: Clashes between I.S fighters and Tripoli Government Troops in Sirte

libya-extremists-fighters Armed groups loyal to the Tripoli government have clashed with fighters that had pledged allegiance to the Islamic State in the first known confrontation between the two groups. A statement by the Tripoli-based chief of staff confirmed that the fighting took place in Sirte and claimed that they killed 17 fighters and seized 13 […]

Morocco Takes over Chairmanship of Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development

Delegates of African countries have voted for Morocco to lead the African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD) during the 5th meeting of this regional body convening in Marrakech April 16-18 under the theme: “Empowering people and ensuring inclusiveness and equality”. The North African Kingdom will chair ARFSD for one year and will be responsible […]