Algerian ALI-BENFLIS

Egypt: Parliament fast-tracks vote on proposed constitution amendment to extend al-Sisi’s stay in power

The Egyptian parliament will meet Wednesday instead of Feb.17 to vote on the proposed changes to the constitution that would allow incumbent leader Fattah al-Sisi to remain in power beyond his current last term that ends in 2022. Parliament spokesman announced Sunday the rescheduled session in the pro-al-Sisi dominated house. The House last week approved […]

Italy casts doubt on timing of Libyan Dec. 24 presidential polls, suggests January

Italy’s interior minister Luciana Lamorgese has expressed doubt on holding Libyan crucial presidential election next month as planned and suggested January instead, Libya Observer reports. Lamorgese speaking during a reception organized by Il Foglio newspaper, indicated that next month 24 elections in Libya to elect the country’s first central leader since 2011 after the fall […]

Integration of migrants into social protection systems illustrates Morocco’s inclusive approach

The integration of migrants into Morocco’s social protection systems is a perfect illustration of the Kingdom’s comprehensive and inclusive approach to migration, Morocco’s Permanent Representative in Geneva, Omar Zniber said on Wednesday. Speaking during the 32nd session of the Standing Committee on Programs and Finance of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the diplomat noted […]