Abdeljalil Lahjomri receiving Grand Prix de la Francophonie

Egypt negotiates World Bank loan

Negotiations for a loan agreement have commenced between the World Bank and the Egyptian government for the financing of the privatization and restructuring of the public sector. The government is being urged by Dr. Fakhry El-Fekky, the former International Monetary Fund’s assistant managing director to uphold the privatization process that was began by the former […]

Libya Central Bank’s Governor asks to leave post amid economic uncertainty

The Governor of the Central Bank of Libya, Naji Issa, has requested to be relieved of his position, according to two letters addressed to the Speakers of the House of Representatives and the High Council of State. Issa did not disclose the reasons for his request, citing the sensitivity of the circumstances surrounding the matter. […]

Tunisia: 19 Alleged Terrorists Arrested near Libyan Border

Tunisian National Guard forces Sunday nabbed 19 people trying to sneak into Libya in view of joining terrorist groups. The men had earlier attempted to join war-torn Libya from Ras Jedir crossing point with no passports but were prevented from doing so. According to a UN working group, more than 5,000 Tunisians are believed to […]