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Illegal Migration: 4 Algerian smugglers nabbed in Spain

Four Algerian smugglers of people were arrested Tuesday in Spain by local police following the dismantling of a criminal network specialized in human trafficking. This criminal network was active in Murcia. It charges illegal migrants over € 5,000 for their transfer to Spain through high-speed boats in dangerous conditions, without minimum security measures, says a […]

Lebanon: No president for 360days, U.N concerned

After a year without a president, UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Sigrid Kaag pleaded the leaders in Lebanon to forgo their political rivalries and prioritize their nation’s interests amidst the regional crisis especially the armed conflict in Syria. Political parties have failed to reach an agreement on a Christian candidate to serve as president after […]

IFAD joins efforts with Bank Al Maghrib to ensure food security in rural areas around the world

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and Bank Al Maghrib have partnered for the second time to increase financing for food security in rural areas around the world. IFAD has issued a $150 million bond with a tenor of 10 years to Morocco’s central bank to support efforts engaged to transform rural areas to […]